At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead underwriting of General Liability and mentor junior underwriters in a collaborative team.
- Company: Join Berkley Insurance Australia, a dynamic Fortune 500 company with an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to influence business outcomes.
- Other info: Be part of a high-performing team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of insurance while building strong broker relationships and managing complex risks.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in underwriting, strong negotiation skills, and a degree in Business or Insurance.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
Fortune 500 Company. Fast growing, dynamic organisation, dedicated to the development of its people. At Berkley Insurance Australia, we combine the strength and stability of a Fortune 500 organisation with the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a specialist insurer. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our broker partners while empowering our people to make decisions, innovate and build long-term success.
Join a high-performing team where you’ll bring senior underwriting expertise, influence portfolio performance, and play a key role in shaping business outcomes. This is an opportunity to take ownership of complex risks, strengthen broker partnerships at a senior level, and contribute to the strategic direction of a growing portfolio.
The Role
Working as part of a collaborative team, you will underwrite General Liability at a Senior level. In this role, you will develop long-term, sustainable broker relationships through established networks and an allocated broker portfolio, working closely with the State Manager Victoria & Tasmania. You will contribute to the profitable growth and strategic development of the Victoria & Tasmania portfolio while supporting broader business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead underwriting of General Liability products within delegated authority
- Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to Underwriters within the Victoria team
- Develop and maintain strong, senior-level broker relationships to support profitable portfolio growth
- Deliver excellent service standards, ensuring high-quality underwriting decisions and timely responses
- Evaluate, negotiate, and approve complex insurance quotations
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and portfolio profitability
- Represent the organisation at industry events and relevant professional organisations
- Collaborate with the State Manager in business planning, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making
- Oversee adherence to underwriting governance, compliance standards, and risk appetite
About You
You are a highly experienced underwriting professional with strong technical capability and a commercial mindset. You are confident managing complex risks, influencing outcomes, and building trusted relationships at a senior level. You bring a proactive approach to portfolio management, coupled with the ability to mentor others and contribute to broader business strategy.
Minimum Requirements
- 10+ years insurance industry experience in underwriting and/or broking
- Strong technical underwriting capability across General Liability
- Proven ability to negotiate and approve complex insurance quotations
- Strong broker relationship management and marketing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of numeracy and analytical capability
- Proficiency in Excel, Lotus Notes, and standard business software programs
- Demonstrated leadership capability, interpersonal savvy, and ability to mentor others
- Strong decision-making capability with a balanced approach to risk
- Diploma or Degree in Business, Insurance, or a related field
- Experience managing or supporting a regional underwriting portfolio
Everything Counts. Everyone Matters.
Senior Underwriter General Liability employer: Berkley Insurance Company
At Berkley Insurance Australia, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture. Our commitment to employee development is evident through mentorship opportunities and the chance to influence strategic business outcomes in a supportive environment. Located in Victoria & Tasmania, we offer our team members the unique advantage of working within a Fortune 500 company while enjoying the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a specialist insurer, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
