Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

The Opportunity

The purpose of this role is to support the implementation of specific business strategies by contributing to business development and growth through cultivating relationships with designated clients and making informed underwriting decisions to enhance the profitability of the Management Liability, Private/Not-for-Profit portfolio. Key responsibilities involve generating new business, retaining renewals, and ensuring the overall profitability of a specific designated book of business within our Financial Lines vertical

•        Location: Chicago, IL

•        Work Arrangement: This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week  

•        The starting salary for this role is between $136,500.00 and $204,500.00

Your new role:

• Underwrite business following the business plan and regulatory requirements.
• Support the development and delivery of the annual business plan.
• Apply a Reinsurance Strategy to safeguard the portfolio.
• Contribute to meetings to share knowledge and best practices.
• Promote the department, division, and company to maximise brand leverage.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with stakeholders.
• Continually develop technical knowledge and expertise.
• Manage resources across the team to achieve business requirements.
• Motivate and develop the team through good leadership behaviours.
• Ensure accurate recording of insurance risks and compliance with regulations.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Skills: stakeholder management; analytical thinking; communication; decision making; risk management; portfolio management; healthcare insurance underwriting

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.

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