Assistant Underwriter

Job description

ASSISTANT UNDERWRITER – PERSONAL INJURY – MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

 

At Allianz, we’re proud to named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2024 and a Great Place to Work. We’re one of the world’s leading insurance and asset management brands, with a workforce as diverse as the world around us, which is why we hire the very best people to further our commitment to securing the future for our people and customers.

 

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

 

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

 

The role

The primary purpose of this role is to underwrite business in accordance with Allianz Underwriting Framework and Strategy, within Loss Control standards and within delegated authority levels and to assist in providing quotations for new business and renewals having regard to the needs and circumstances of customers and to agreed service standards.

 

You'll be responsible for

·  Case underwriting, assessing risk on an individual basis, whilst assisting with the development and retention of existing business.
·  Ensuring all business underwritten enhances portfolio targets and profitability and that underwriting bias is given to risks that display better than average profitability through selection and prudent underwriting.
·  Effectively managing workflows and phone queues to ensure delivery of quality products and services.
·  Managing relationships across various distribution channels as per delegated authority limits.
·  Accurately interpreting, anticipating, and providing solutions to customers’ needs from available information to design sustainable responses to suit customer circumstances and address their needs.

 

About you

·  Comprehensive understanding of relevant regulatory and/or legislative compliance requirements that affect the organisation.
·  Demonstrated enthusiasm and ability to optimise business value to customers by delivering high quality services and positive customer experiences to sustain and enhance the customer base.
·  Proven analytical and critical thinking capability to interpret a range of data, identify patterns, trends and links that inform judgements and solutions.
·  Pay high attention to detail by completing tasks with thoroughness and accuracy and has the ability to quickly identify errors or inconsistencies within information.
·  Ability to interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights, and evaluate options for decision making.

 

Benefits and perks

·  Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
·  Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
·  Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
·  Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
·  For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

 

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations, and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

 

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

 

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers