This is a Senior Casualty Underwriter, NSW role with Chubb based in Sydney, NSW, AU Chubb Role Seniority - senior More about the Senior Casualty Underwriter, NSW role at Chubb Job Description Chubb celebrates diversity by fostering an inclusive, flexible and equitable workplace. We support applications from all members of our community and equitable access to our employment opportunities. We are open to discussing workplace flexibility in all our vacancies, to ensure we can attract the best candidates and accommodate individual needs, differences, disabilities and working arrangements. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self. Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange(NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs approximately 40,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at:www.chubb.com Your Role The position is for a Senior Casualty Underwriter within the Casualty team. The position involves the underwriting of new and renewal Casualty accounts in line with Chubb guidelines, as well as developing business from an allocated panel of Independent and Global brokers within their delegated authority. It therefore requires an ability to build and maintain relationships with a panel of brokers and tenacity and skill in pursuing target accounts. It also requires that the individual establishes and executes business plans to maximise opportunities with those brokers. Within Chubb the role requires that the individual coaches and develops less experienced staff, both in technical and soft skills and is able to demonstrate enthusiasm and an ability to make decisions both independently and in collaboration with colleagues and/or managers. Your Responsibilities Commercial Underwriting Process / Analysis Working within the Casualty department, on an assigned broker panel Underwriting a Primary, Umbrella and Excess Liability portfolio in accordance with Chubb underwriting strategy Select new risks and underwrites renewals for assigned book of business and/or for designated speciality classes or market segments Organise and present significant, complex accounts to Branch, Regional or Global referral points for approval as applicable The role is split equally between development work and managing the existing portfolio Accounts include a mix of Australian indigenous business and Multinational programs including fronting placements; typical premium size ranges from $25,000 to $1,000,000 Key player on multi-departmental accounts Provide technical leadership for underwriting/marketing in the department or branch including risk referrals and portfolio management; serves as a resource regarding unique coverage needs Provide expertise in a speciality given Customer Group or line of business Maintain a high level understanding of pricing individual risk exposures Assist others in the development of pricing strategies, renewal negotiation strategy and developing game plans on new business submissions May serve as a higher level of underwriting authority for others in branch. Relationship Management Identify, analyse and develop sources of desirable new business opportunities including cross-departmental and pipeline opportunities. Preparing, delivering and negotiating quotations Collaboration with other Product lines including whole of account underwriting and broker meetings Build and maintain long term relationships with key producers and Insureds; deals with producer principals on complex underwriting issues. Present to prospective producers; may initiate new producer appointments. Identify and shares information within the regarding competitors products and underwriting. Provide expertise on accessing opportunities for growth in speciality, customer or Product line groups. Qualifications 5 years’ experience in a Casualty or Package Underwriting and Development role with an insurance company Strong broker relationships across Independent and Global broking houses Develop creative solutions to unique underwriting situations Understand advanced pricing techniques (claims rating, payback pricing, deductible structures etc.), when to use, how to use, how to sell, etc. Understand account servicing costs Be familiar with developing marketing plans and handling complex accounts. Understand the underwriting appetites of the other departments and how those relate to interdepartmental accounts Understand the broker selection and appointment process Make recommendations for tailoring coverage and manuscripting policies Familiar with the products / services of key competitors The ability to operate and perform well in a team environment, coordinating with Claims, Risk Engineering and Operations Have experience in the interpretation and analysis of claims and appropriate deployment of loss control resources Display excellent collaboration, communication and negotiation skills both internally and externally Demonstrate ability to effectively train entry level underwriters and to orient new experienced hires Working knowledge of Microsoft systems including Excel Word and PowerPoint. Chubb is committed to equal employment and celebrates individual differences by creating a workplace environment in which everyone feels welcomed, respected and valued. We offer you the opportunity to work as part of a dynamic and agile environment where continuous development is encouraged throughout your career, both locally and globally. Some additional benefits offered include a flexible working approach via our “My One Thing” initiative, education assistance, dress for your day every Friday, promotion of health and wellbeing (including discounted health insurance, daily breakfast and fresh fruit), and the option to enrol into the Chubb Limited discounted stock purchasing scheme. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Chubb team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Underwriting accounts Managing relationships Providing technical leadership Key Strengths Casualty underwriting Relationship management Analytical skills Team leadership Marketing strategies Microsoft Office proficiency Why Chubb is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Chubb not with Hatch.
