Senior Motor Fleet Underwriter
Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000
SENIOR MOTOR FLEET UNDERWRITER – COMMERCIAL - SYDNEY
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The primary purpose is to underwrite Commercial Motor Fleet in accordance with AAL underwriting framework, Allianz standards and underwriting authority levels. Provide quotations for new business and renewals, in accordance with our underwriting strategies, whilst seeking solutions to meet our customer needs, whilst acting as a coach and referral point for underwriters.
About the role
- Taking Technical / Underwriting ownership of Motor Fleet renewals and new business.
- Managing workflow (including endorsements, adjustments, etc.) to ensure the delivery of quality service for our clients.
- Anticipating, reviewing, and seeking focused solutions for customer needs.
- Managing both broker and client relationships, along with Account Managers.
- Ensuring our offerings are aligned with commercial objectives, portfolio balance, and cycle management strategies (both growth and profit).
- Maximising retention of renewals in conjunction with the development of cross lines (and vice versa).
- Pursuing and striving for all contract certainty targets.
- Underwriting with adherence to Motor Fleet Underwriting Guidelines, ensuring that we are continually managing and applying portfolio strategies, while maintaining profit.
- Keeping abreast of market conditions, trends, and maintaining a market presence both externally and internally.
- Providing feedback to stakeholders and taking action to capitalise on business opportunities.
- Leading and coaching team members to develop capability and build a high-performing team.
About you
- Extensive experience in an operational, matrixed general insurance organisation, with specialist Tailored line knowledge of nominated line.
- Ability to plan and prioritise effectively organise tasks, manage competing resources, and demands.
- Comprehensive understanding of relevant regulatory and/or legislative compliance requirements that impact the organisation.
- Demonstrates 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, identity patterns, trends and links that inform judgements and solutions.
- Pay high attention to detail by completing tasks with thoroughness and accuracy and can quickly identify errors or inconsistencies within information.
- Ability to interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights and evaluate options for decision making.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of communicating with clarity, impact, and influence.
- Detailed understanding of account and reinsurance structures.
- Strong Coaching and influencing interpersonal skills.
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 a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive 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
