Motor Underwriter

Primary DetailsTime Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeMotor UnderwriterStafford with hybrid workingDue to internal promotion we are looking for a Motor Underwriter to join our well established fast-paced SME motor team based in Stafford.QBE has built a reputation for excellence within the E-Trade SME Motor market and this is an exciting time to be part of a dynamic business with ongoing growth aspirations.The role involves underwriting complex new business and offering specialist advice across our SME Motor portfolio. Youll be responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships applying technical expertise contributing to business results and coaching and mentoring Assistant Underwriters.Your roleUnderwriting business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority.Utilise product line expertise to analyse business prospects and recommend profitable risk selection.Manage key portfolios/accounts with intermediaries.Establish strengthen and develop relationships with stakeholders to maximise influence and achieve business objectives.Lead profitability and process improvement initiatives by informing senior leaders on best practices and guiding strategic plans.Maintain in-depth knowledge of current legislation best practice underwriting systems products and organisational guidelinesActively manage your portfolio and relationships with brokers and colleagues to achieve portfolio retention growth and profitability targetsCoach and mentor Underwriters & Assistant Underwriters. As required supervise work and ensure procedures and authorities are adhered to.Having the right to work in the UK is a requirement for this may consider sponsorship at its discretion.About youExperience in underwriting commercial Motor business ideally with a good network of Broker contactsAn understanding of market dynamics and trendsGood relationship management through interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiateExcellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your tasks to gain maximum outcomeAn open mindset that will allow you to innovate and adapt your approach to deliver customer focused solutionsA knowledge of legal and regulatory requirementsAt My Best - QBE BenefitsYou are more than your work and QBE is more than a workplace which is why we provide you with the benefitssupportand flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and well as the benefits below we also offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you30 days holiday a yearwith theoptionto buy up to 2additionaldays.Flexible working-balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all this can include part-time job share and compressed hours.Pension you are automatically enrolled into the QBE pension plan which entitles you to receive employer contributions of 10% of your basic salary.Private medical insurance we fund fully comprehensive private medical cover for you and all the family.Family friendly policies we offer 26 weeks leave at full pay regardless of gender identity sexual orientation or how you become a parent.Short term remote work abroad-you can request up to 20 days per year to work remotely from certain locations abroad.Sustainable investing- we believe sustainable integration is important for long term financial environmental and social outcomes. Our pension strategy supports our net-zero goal to achieve year-on-year reductions incarbonfootprint by investing more in green businesses than the broader market so your savings are looking after the planets future as well as your own.Cycle-to-Work benefit from regular exercise whilst making your commute greener and cheaper select and bike and/or accessories up to the value of 5000.To find out more visitourReward PageQBE AwardsSome of the awards QBE are proud to have won been a finalist for and shortlisted for include;Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025:Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the YearWinner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re Winner: ESG Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace Executive Director UK insuranceAXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner:Network Management of the YearInsurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024:QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber InsurerUK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner:Green Technology Innovation of the YearWorking Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner:Parental Policies AwardInsurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023:QBE rated as a 5-Star EmployeeYou can view all our awardshereInclusion of DiversityWe are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter the UN Womens Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at ourCareers PageAccessibilityHere at QBE we are promoting an accessible workplace for all which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware.ESG & SustainabilityAt QBE we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce and partnering for growth through innovative sustainable and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBEs sustainability targets including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets and our award-winning impact investment initiative Premiums4Good please visit ourSustainability homepageand read our latest Sustainability ReportWhat nextIf you have a passion to contribute to QBEs vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community we encourage you to apply Simply click the apply button to submit your CV and other relevant documents and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role.We believe this is our moment what if it was yours tooAPPLY NOW and lets make it happenSkills:Analytical Thinking Critical Thinking Customer Service Customer Value Management Detail-Oriented Financial Advising Insurance Underwriting Intentional collaboration Managing performance Portfolio Management Process Improvements Professional Networking Risk Management Stakeholder Management Strategic ManagementHow to Apply:To submit your application click Apply and follow the step by step process.Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates. Key Skills Loan Processing,Computer Skills,Fraud,Math,Banking,Pricing,Analysis Skills,Fair Housing Regulations,Underwriting,Financial Analysis,negotiation,Phone Etiquette Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1