Howden

Underwriter

Howden  •  Melbourne, AU (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

About DUAL

Driven by a vision to be the world’s best underwriting business, DUAL has always taken a different approach to our industry peers.

Since our business was founded in 2004, we have had a strong entrepreneurial spirit that runs through every part of our business. We empower our people to develop products, services and processes that deliver consistently for our partners. As a company we’re known in the industry as a group dedicated to giving back to the community by partnering with charitable groups and actively participating in fundraising events. Whatever you are looking for in a career, we want to help you do more.

Our philosophy is simple: we genuinely put people first and want our people to be the healthiest and happiest they can be, at work and at home. We aim to attract and retain the best talent, and support them to achieve their aspirations. It’s how we grow our business and keep one step ahead of our competitors.

About the role

We are looking for an Underwriter to join our motivated underwriting team in Melbourne. This role will see the management of a portfolio of clients across various industries whilst working effectively with the team to accomplish agreed underwriting goals.

This role will see responsibility for:

  • Preparing and communicating quotations, bindings, policy conditions and mid-term adjustments
  • Negotiating rates/terms with brokers
  • Following up offer of quotations/renewal
  • Updating reporting systems
  • Development and maintenance of broker relationships including visitations to client offices which may include interstate travel and presentations
  • Answering broker enquiries

About you

Are you ready to take your underwriting career to the next level? If you bring expertise in General Liability Underwriting, a drive for outstanding customer service and talent for building strong client relationships will set you apart.

At DUAL, you'll have the chance to showcase your excellent interpersonal and communication skills through engaging presentations and by consistently delivering a first-class client experience. With your deep understanding of various industries and businesses, along with a sharp awareness of market risk, you’ll be empowered to provide innovative solutions and exceptional value to our diverse portfolio of clients. Join a team where your passion and knowledge make a real impact!

How to Apply

Are you the right fit for this role and the DUAL Team? Tell us why in a short paragraph that you share along with your Resume to our HR Team.

What you might not expect…

At DUAL we value work/life balance, health and wellbeing, family and giving back, which is why our benefits are reflective of this. We provide employees with a competitive salary and benefits, which will be flexible and dependent on the successful candidate’s individual skills and experience.

Our culture: people first

Our core values dictate how we live and work. We’re a group with independence and people at its heart and we’re a home for talent with a unique culture: the biggest small company in the world.

The focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of the group; Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture and one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. And finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people to join the group has been and will continue to be key.

EEO Statement

Help us think differently. As a business we’re on a journey to build an inclusive workplace where our people feel welcome to bring their whole and true self to work, where differences are accepted and where our words and actions are inclusive. Together we are learning, sharing stories, and achieving change.

Get in touch

To find out more about DUAL Australia including who we are, what we’re up to and what we’re about, head to the DUAL Australia website or visit us on our LinkedIn page.

Howden

About Howden

We’re Howden, the people first insurance group with employee ownership at its heart.

From launching with just three employees in 1994, we’ve grown to over 23,000 people around the globe. Together, our expertise span the full spectrum of insurance: broking, reinsurance, underwriting, risk consultancy and employee benefits.

We rise to any challenge and are determined to use insurance as a force for good.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1994
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