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Sr Underwriter-Environmental

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: QBE Insurance
Full Time, Part Time, Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
  • Insurance
    Underwriter, Risk Manager/Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 99000 - 186000 USD Yearly USD 99000.00 186000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Opportunity

The purpose of this role is to support the implementation of specific business strategies by contributing to business development and growth through cultivating relationships with designated clients and making informed underwriting decisions to enhance the profitability of the portfolio. Key responsibilities involve generating new business, retaining renewals, and ensuring the overall profitability of the Environmental book of business.

Your New Role
  • Review, evaluate and price business by applying underwriting judgment and adhering to regulations.
  • Identify and minimize risks through due diligence and escalation of issues when necessary.
  • Mentor junior underwriters to ensure efficient team performance.
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to recording and measurement of insurance risks.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with producers and customers.
  • Assist with improvements in underwriting practices and pricing strategies.
  • Research and obtain market intelligence to enhance profit goals.
  • Contribute to special projects and department initiatives.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Experience
  • Environmental underwriting experience
Location and Work Arrangement

Locations:
Atlanta, GA;
Chicago, IL;
Denver, CO;
Houston, TX; or York City, NY

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid, in-office 2-3 days per week.

Compensation Package

The salary range for this role is between $99,000-$186,000. This is the national range for listed locations. The salary offer will be decided based on the role s complexity, location, and the candidate s professional background, including education and experience. Beyond base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for QBE s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance.

We encourage all candidates to apply, even if salary expectations fall outside this range.

QBE Benefits
  • 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

To learn more, :
Benefits | QBE US

Why QBE?

At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success. Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!

Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Supplementary

information

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Coaching for success, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Financial Advising, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Policy Development, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management

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