At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow a Financial Lines portfolio while delivering top-notch service to brokers.
- Company: Award-winning insurance firm with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible leave options, social events, and a commitment to employee well-being.
- Other info: Enjoy excellent career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the insurance industry.
- Qualifications: 2+ years as a Financial Lines underwriter with strong market knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Are you a motivated and relationship-driven insurance professional looking to take the next step in your Underwriting Career? We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Underwriter to join our Melbourne Financial Lines team for a 12 month maternity leave cover to start JANUARY 2027.
About the role:
You will play a key role in managing and growing a Financial Lines portfolio by handling renewals, assessing and converting new business opportunities, and delivering responsive, high-quality service to brokers. You’ll monitor portfolio performance, ensure compliance with underwriting and legislative requirements, stay across industry developments, and actively participate in market engagement and networking activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and service an existing Financial Lines portfolio, including renewals and mid‑term adjustments
- Assess and underwrite new business opportunities in line with authority and guidelines
- Strengthen and maintain strong broker relationships through responsive and professional service
- Conduct portfolio reviews to monitor performance, profitability, and trends
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, legislative requirements, and internal policies
- Attend networking events, broker meetings, and industry functions as required
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- 2+ years’ experience as a Financial Lines underwriter
- Strong understanding of the Australian insurance market.
- A commitment to following, applying, and interpreting underwriting guidelines.
- Strong commercial acumen and a determination to maintain a profitable portfolio.
- Positive, professional, and proactive attitude.
- Strong sales orientation, with confidence in pursuing and closing new business.
Job Benefits
We are proud winners of Top Insurance Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024 and 5-Star Diversity, Equity & Inclusion awards (Insurance Business Australia). All employees enjoy:
- Our ‘Excellence Program’ encourages and rewards a culture of high-performing individuals and teams
- ‘You Do You Day’ – an annual additional leave day to do something that brings you joy
- Commitment-free social club, with monthly in-office catch ups and quarterly events to get to know your colleagues better
- Annual end of financial year and end of calendar year events, in addition to social club arrangements
- Optional annual charity volunteering day, facilitated by us
- 3 additional personal leave days per year – for whatever you need
- Flexible public holidays – to celebrate our diversity you can “Swap” 2 public holidays for a more culturally significant day to suit you
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply for this role.
Underwriter – Financial Lines in Melbourne employer: CFC
CFC is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in the heart of Melbourne. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring our team members are equipped to handle the complexities of cyber claims. Our focus on work-life balance and a supportive environment makes CFC a rewarding place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in the insurance industry.
