Assistant Underwriter, Builders Warranty

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# Primary Details
Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

- Location: Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide or Perth
- Type: Permanent, full time
- Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working

The opportunity

We have a rare opportunity to join the Builders Warranty Underwriting team as an Assistant Underwriter. This entry‑level role is perfect for someone who’s keen to learn underwriting from the bottom up. You’ll learn Builders Warranty underwriting in a supportive environment, starting with core administrative and customer support tasks. Along the way, you’ll build a strong foundation in financial analysis and risk concepts while working closely with brokers and homeowners. With autonomy and flexibility built into the role, you can focus on doing great work, developing your skills, and maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your new role

As an Assistant Underwriter you’ll be the first point of contact for brokers and homeowners, as well as supporting the team with admin tasks while learning the fundamentals of underwriting. Working closely with the Underwriting team, you will also:

- Investigate and resolve client queries promptly
- Maintain up-to-date product, system, and process knowledge
- Attend relevant training courses and share insights with the team
- Ensure all underwriting activities comply with business and regulatory requirements

About you

To be successful as an Assistant Underwriter you will have an interest in the insurance and/or building industry and will be looking for an opportunity to develop your career with a well known Australian brand. You’re highly organised and customer-focused, have a keen eye for details and are eager to learn. You will also have:

- A working knowledge of Builders Warranty and/or insurance experience preferred but not essential
- Strong numeracy and ability to analyse financial data
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving capability and a sound grasp of business and risk concepts
- Experience in customer-centric roles and confidence interacting with stakeholders
- A growth mindset and willingness to develop underwriting expertise

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 and benefit from:

- ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
- Life Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for rest
- 18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
- A range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and services
- To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here (https://www.qbe.com/au/careers/benefits) .

Rewards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

- 2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
- Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusion
- Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates

APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it.

Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.

QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at recruitment@qbe.com

Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Financial Advising, Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management

Application Close Date: 25/10/2026 11:59 PM

How to Apply:

To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.