Next Generation Associate Underwriter
New York City, NY (On-site)
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Description
The Opportunity:
- The Next Generation Underwriting Program is an accelerated rotational development program intended to expose individuals to underwriting in a variety of specialties. Throughout this 9-month program, as an Associate Underwriter, you will support QBE underwriters in preparing quotes, following up with producers, and reviewing plan changes and amendments. The role involves working closely with supervision to develop knowledge and skills in underwriting principles and operations. Additionally, as a member of QBE's Next Generation Underwriting Program, you’ll be provided the opportunity to gain real-world experience as an Associate Underwriter, develop interpersonal skills, and participate in an accelerated training program to prepare for a future career as an Underwriter within our global and diverse environment. As a valued member of the Next Generation Underwriting Program cohort, you’ll embark on a dynamic journey starting with a comprehensive onboarding experience designed to equip you with essential skills and resources for immediate impact. Following onboarding, you’ll rotate through two distinct 4-month placements within our Commercial, Reinsurance, or Specialty insurance lines, immersing yourself in diverse challenges and building a robust professional foundation. Upon successfully completing the program, you’ll join a team matched to your strengths and ambitions, empowered to put your newly acquired expertise into practice and make a real difference in our innovative, global organization.
- Location: New York, New York – Marblehead, MA – Atlanta, GA – Chicago, IL
- Work Arrangement: This position is based full-time in our office and requires on-site attendance.
- The salary range for this role is: New York ($36.00 - $54.00)
Chicago, IL ($32.00 -$47.75)
Marblehead, MA ($32.00 - $47.75)Your new role
- Review the recommendations made based on QBE's appetite, pricing, coverage, and conditions of new business.
- Support the management of an assigned book of business under the supervision of a Senior Associate and/or Underwriter.
- Maintain and develop relationships with assigned select brokers.
- Evaluate risk on current customers and prospects.
- Provide a timely and professional level of service to internal and external customers.
- Assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio to evaluate progress toward business objectives and identify opportunities.
- Consistently adhere to underwriting compliance with business and regulatory requirements.
- Support the execution of timely and efficient underwriting activities by following established guidelines.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
- Experience with underwriting and insurance coursework.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Principles and processes for providing customer service
- Terminology, function and fundamental capabilities of common computers, software, information and communication technology devices, components, and concepts
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:
- 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
Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world?
At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.
Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.
Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Supplementary information
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Backlog Management, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Data Entry, Financial Advising, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Policy Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Underwriting SupportApplication Close Date: 11/08/2026 11:59 PM
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Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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