At a Glance
- Tasks: Underwrite new business and support senior underwriters in a dynamic agricultural insurance environment.
- Company: Join Rural Affinity, a leading agricultural underwriting agency with a focus on fairness and expertise.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Engage in varied responsibilities, including industry travel and events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the agricultural sector while growing your skills in a collaborative setting.
- Qualifications: 2-3 years of underwriting experience and strong relationship management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 85000 $ per year.
This range is provided by Rural Affinity. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$85,000.00/yr - A$85,000.00/yr.
About Us
Rural Affinity is a specialist agricultural underwriting agency with a focus on farm insurance. Our mission is to be the obvious choice for brokers, clients, and employees by delivering expertise, efficiency, and fairness. We foster a professional and inclusive environment where individuals can grow and thrive.
About the Role
We are seeking an Underwriter to join our expanding team. In this role, you will work closely with brokers to deliver exceptional service, support Senior Underwriters, and contribute to the growth and success of Rural Affinity. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and make a real impact in the agricultural insurance sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite new business, renewals and endorsements within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with underwriting guidelines to achieve our underwriting objectives.
- Provide professional and market leading service to brokers, ensuring a high degree of accuracy when processing transactions and service delivery standards are met.
- Support senior underwriters with signing off referrals of team members with lower delegated authority limits, providing meaningful and constructive feedback.
- Develop a sound understanding of the various portfolio performance/monitoring metrics shared by the Product Management team.
- Engage in project work on an ad hoc basis as required by the Product Management team.
About You
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in underwriting, broking or related role.
- Proven expertise in underwriting, insurance principles and product knowledge.
- Experience in or exposure to agriculture preferred.
- AQF Certificate IV in General Insurance (FNS41415) or AQF Diploma of General Insurance (FNS51115).
- Strong business acumen with proven capability to both analyse and use data to inform decision making.
- Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills.
- Contributes positively to the team environment.
What We Offer
- A professional, supportive, and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities for personal and career development within a values-driven organization.
- The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the agricultural sector.
- Exposure to varied responsibilities, including industry travel and events.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your insurance career and want to work with a team that’s passionate about agriculture, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us at Rural Affinity!
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Administrative, Customer Service, and General Business
Industries: Insurance
Underwriter in St Leonards employer: Rural Affinity
Rural Affinity is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development in a collaborative and empowered environment. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, the company offers comprehensive support for professional qualifications, ergonomic workspaces, and a unique dog-friendly office culture, making it an ideal place for claims professionals to thrive while contributing to meaningful customer outcomes.
