Lead Power & Renewables Underwriter
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-02-19
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Insurance
Underwriter, Risk Manager/Analyst -
Finance & Banking
Underwriter, Risk Manager/Analyst
Lead Power & Renewables Underwriter
Locations:
Houston, TX;
Denver, CO;
Boston, MA;
New York, NY; and Atlanta, GA.
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Employee
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (2-3 days in the office)
The salary range for this role depends on experience and location. $124,000–$233,000.
The OpportunityThe purpose of this role is to underwrite business in accordance with the Sustainable energies business plan across conventional, renewable power and construction. The role will align with set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority. This role involves underwriting complex new businesses. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions and coaching and mentoring Assistant Underwriters.
Yournew role
- Contribute to the delivery of the annual business plan for the respective business unit by making appropriate decisions.
- Perform complex underwriting activities in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Utilise product line expertise to analyse business prospects and recommend profitable risk selection.
- Manage key portfolios/accounts with intermediaries.
- Establish, strengthen, and develop relationships with stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives.
- Lead profitability and process improvement initiatives by informing senior leaders on best practices and guiding strategic plans.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting, systems, products and organisational guidelines.
- Actively manage your portfolio and relationships with brokers and colleagues to achieve portfolio retention, growth and profitability targets.
- Coach and mentor Underwriters & Assistant Underwriters. As required supervise work and ensure procedures and authorities are adhered to.
- Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimise risk and maximise efficiency.
Preferred Work Experience includes:
- Established broker/client relationships across the power/energy insurance market.
- Minimum two years of underwriting experience.
Necessary Qualifications include:
- Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Relevant Underwriting Authority.
The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full‑time and part‑time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.
We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to:
- Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office.
- 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender‑equal basis.
- Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%.
- Well‑being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice.
- Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education.
- Employee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community.
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