Category: Insurance Location: Melbourne New South Wales Australia Hooker & Heijden are specialists in the recruitment of Insurance Professionals. Our consultants offer career advice and advancement for Brokers, Underwriters, Claims Examiners, Risk Engineers and more. Our clients include Global & Australian/New Zealand Brokerages, Underwriting Agencies and Insurers. Position Overview: An energetic and motivated insurance professional with a passion for relationship building and growth is sought for a Senior Casualty Underwriter role. The ideal candidate will focus on broker engagement and new business development to help foster company growth. About the Role: Reporting to the National Casualty Manager, the successful candidate will be central to underwriting new liability risks, analyzing submissions, and providing tailored solutions for broker partners. In addition to technical underwriting responsibilities, this position emphasizes cultivating long-term broker relationships and contributing actively to growth objectives. Why Consider This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative team environment. It enables independence in developing broker relationships, expanding one’s portfolio, and attending industry events to enhance professional visibility and career advancement. Key Responsibilities: Generate new business through marketing visits, presentations, and industry networking. Engage proactively with brokers to understand client needs and offer competitive solutions. Assess and underwrite new General Liability submissions in accordance with established guidelines. Negotiate terms, conditions, and premiums while ensuring compliance with underwriting standards. Deliver exceptional service to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Candidate Profile: Proven experience in liability underwriting, preferably within an agency setting. Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills with a focus on broker engagement. Commercially minded with a track record in new business development. Analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail and decision-making abilities. Sound knowledge of industry regulations and underwriting practices. Why Work Here? The organization has been recognized as a top employer in the insurance industry, receiving multiple awards for excellence and diversity. Benefits include: A culture that encourages high performance through a dedicated ‘Excellence Program.’ An annual 'You Do You Day' for personal joy and relaxation. A social club organizing regular in-office and quarterly social events. End-of-year celebrations and optional charity volunteering days. Three extra personal leave days annually. Flexible public holiday arrangements to celebrate cultural diversity. Details Apply Now
