Next Generation Associate Underwriter (New Grad)

Title: Next Generation Associate Underwriter

The Opportunity: The purpose of Next Generation Associate Underwriting program is an accelerated rotational development program intended to expose individuals to underwriting in a variety of specialties. Throughout this 9-month program you will support QBE underwriters in preparing quotes, following up with producers, and reviewing plan changes and amendments. The role involves working closely with supervision to develop knowledge and skills in underwriting principles and operations. Additionally, as a member of QBE's Next Generation Underwriting Program, you’ll be provided the opportunity to gain real-world experience as an Associate Underwriter, develop interpersonal skills, and participate in an accelerated training program to prepare for a future career as an Underwriter within our global and diverse environment. 

As a valued member of the Next Generation Associate Underwriter cohort, you’ll embark on a dynamic journey starting with a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to equip you with essential skills and resources for immediate impact. Following onboarding, you’ll rotate through two distinct 4-month placements within our Specialty and Commercial insurance lines, immersing yourself in diverse challenges and building a robust professional foundation. Upon successfully completing the program, you’ll join a team matched to your strengths and ambitions, empowered to put your newly acquired expertise into practice and make a real difference in our innovative, global organization.

• Location: New York, NY
• Work Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the New York office 4 days per week.
• The pay rate: $47.00

Responsibilities: 

• Review the recommendations made based on QBE's appetite, pricing, coverage, and conditions of new business. 

• Support the management of an assigned book of business under the supervision of a Senior Associate and/or Underwriter. 

• Maintain and develop relationships with assigned select brokers. 

• Evaluate risk on current customers and prospects. 

• Provide a timely and professional level of service to internal and external customers. 

• Assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio to evaluate progress toward business objectives and identify opportunities. 

• Consistently adhere to underwriting compliance with business and regulatory requirements. 

• Support the execution of timely and efficient underwriting activities by following established guidelines. 

Qualifications: 

Necessary Qualifications include: 

• Undergraduate degree
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Principles and processes for providing customer service
• Terminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computer, software, information and communication technology devices, components, and concepts

Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team. 

QBE Benefits: We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to: 

• Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office 

• 22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis 

• Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8% 

• Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice 

• Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education 

• Employee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community 

To learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US. 

Why QBE?  What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? 

At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success. 

Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. 

Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours! 

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QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.    

Equal Employment Opportunity:   

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.   

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship. 

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