With 60 years of experience in the Australian Insurance Industry, Ansvar has become a leading specialist provider of insurance and risk management solutions for the Care Services, Community Services (Not For Profits), Learning and Education Services, Faith Communities, Arts, Culture and Heritage and Commercial Property Owner sectors in Australia.
Many of our dedicated employees and those who choose to join us do so because we genuinely wish to make a difference in the world.
For over 25 years now, Ansvar has donated millions in grant funding by contributing 10% of our profits to support disadvantaged Australian youths in need.
We are also proudly part of the Benefact Group – a charity-owned, international family of financial services companies that exist to donate all available profits to good causes.
Built on the idea that better business can better lives, it is our mission to grow to give and give back even more to support the local communities we serve.
Ansvar strives to be an employer of choice and recognizes that all of our employees are a valuable asset, which is why we believe it's essential to attract, empower, grow, and reward talented people.
Joining our diverse and growing team, you will have the opportunity to develop and grow as well as make a positive difference to our customers and the communities we support.
About the role The SME Underwriter is responsible for the personal underwriting of small to medium renewal cases, with less complex risk within the SME portfolio of business and in accordance with the Company's laid down strategies to support the profitable growth of the business.
The primary objective is to deliver professional and efficient customer service to achieve profitable premium growth and underwriting profitability in our core segments.
Reporting to the Regional Underwriting Manager, we are flexible on the location of this role: Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, or Perth.
Responsibilities include: Undertake personal underwriting of the SME portfolio Deliver professional and efficient customer service to brokers and distribution partners, as well as internal colleagues Assist the Product & Underwriting Specialists and Managers and Regional Underwriting Manager in maximizing the profitability of the SME portfolio Contribute to the alignment of risk and compliance management practices within the SME portfolio by sitting at the first line of defense Contribute to developing a workplace learning environment About you You will have at least 2 years' experience working in Underwriting You have proven ability to develop and implement practical strategies to secure new business and retention of renewals You can display excellent collaboration, communication, and negotiation skills both internally and externally You have proven ability to assist in the development and implementation of effective risk management strategies within the general insurance industry You can demonstrate excellent people skills and ability to build and maintain good relationships with colleagues, business partners, and customers Responds positively to change Ability to create a positive working environment Embraces and consistently displays Ansvar's values What we can offer you A Hybrid Working model which allows a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance Employee benefits that focus on Wellbeing and Safety and giving back to the Community Personal growth and career development opportunities Extensive exposure to the general insurance industry while working for a Company that is committed to providing its employees with a professional, supportive environment and the opportunity to build a rewarding career This is a fantastic opportunity to express your interest in joining an organisation that is passionate about being the first choice for our customers.
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