VP Commercial Property Underwriting

QBE Insurance Group • Chicago, IL

1d • $233,000 - $398,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to strategically manage and develop a profitable Commercial Property portfolio of insurance products in alignment with the business plan. This involves providing leadership in product strategy, pricing, and portfolio management, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The role also includes driving profitable growth, managing resources effectively, and overseeing the country's P&L for designated business lines within the organization.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Underwriting experience in a senior role.
• Leadership experience.
• Converting analysis into strategy.
• Customer centricity mindset.
• Distribution experience.
• Portfolio management experience.
• Overseeing development of digital delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the annual business plan for the portfolio and ensure its delivery.
• Ensure team awareness of the business plan and its context for informed decision-making.
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, and good practice to minimize risk and maximize efficiency.
• Establish and strengthen relationships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Demonstrate an understanding of market dynamics and cycles to enhance business performance.
• Continually develop expertise and technical knowledge through appropriate activities.
• Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and personal authority.
• Contribute to the review and analysis of the portfolio to identify new business opportunities.
• Ensure accurate recording of entries on Division systems for data integrity.
• Manage team performance fairly and in line with the performance process.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees