Market Lead, Financial Lines

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Role Highlights Hong Kong, Hybrid working arrangement and Permanent role Happy to talk flexible working The Opportunity Are you ready to lead the growth and profitability of a Financial Lines portfolio while shaping trusted relationships with brokers, intermediaries and clients? In this senior underwriting role, you’ll combine technical expertise, commercial judgement and market insight to drive sustainable performance, strengthen governance and support the development of future underwriting capability. 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 Responsible for underwriting activities and P&L responsibility of the various Financial Lines products Responsible for managing underwriting relationships with intermediaries and business partners in the area of underwriting service delivery, product development and innovation Responsible for managing overall business relationships with Major Trading Partners and brokers in the area of GWP growth Ensure the ongoing personal technical development to achieve ideal Delegated Authority Level state Act as a role model and demonstrate good leadership behaviors Support the divisional underwriting function to actively manage talent (attract, recruit, develop and retain) to build people capability for the future (succession planning) Evaluate risk for new business & renewals in accordance with standards, to ensure profitable growth Actively keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to be able to operate effectively and appropriately Perform underwriting activities in accordance with all legal and regulatory requirements to ensure obligations are met Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions and good practice to minimize risks and maximize efficiency Develop and maintain good working relationships with all customers, intermediaries and internal stakeholders Build strong knowledge of current legislation, best practice, underwriting acceptance levels, systems and organizational guidelines Contribute to the development and implementation of channel strategic plans Motivate and develop the team by demonstrating good leadership behaviors and management best practice so as to support the achievement of business goals Provide senior technical and specialist product expertise to intermediary/clients on the range of products offered Key Performance Indicator on Growth & Profitability - GWP including Renewal and New Business vs. Plan, GWP per Underwriter; NCOR % and UW profit for Corporate channel; Renewal retention rate and New Business pipeline in Salesforce; APTP / Rate Adequacy Key Performance Indicator on MTP and Broker Servicing & Satisfaction - Broker survey results Key Performance Indicator on Achieve overall local underwriting governance requirement and internal audit: Cell reviews completed timely each month, required actions identified and monitored until complete; Appropriate reporting in place across all portfolios to cover off GUC requirements and allow for active portfolio management. About You Relevant tertiary qualifications, specialist qualifications or equivalent Relevant years of underwriting and people manager experience Strong local market expertise and awareness of relevant market conditions and established customer/broker relationships Broad knowledge of the insurance industry, including key trends, market dynamics and regulatory considerations. Excellent understanding of class-specific underwriting principles, including risk assessment, pricing and portfolio management. Working knowledge of reinsurance concepts and how they support underwriting strategy and decision-making. Negotiation and problem-solving skills Relationship management and communication skills Analytical and research skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to analyze data use for decision-making Commercial acumen 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 Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Awards & Recognition We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards: Qorus Reinvention Awards APAC 2025: Gold winner in the ESG category Digital Insurance Awards APAC: Digital Insurance - Insurer Leader 2025 HKB Technology Excellence Awards: Automation - Insurance How to Apply If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Your career. At the heart of it. Skills: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Financial Advising, Financial Underwriting, Innovation, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Policy Development, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Underwriting Management 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.