Assistant Underwriter - Specialist Market

Looking to build your underwriting career with a globally recognised specialist insurer?

We're partnering with a leading international marine insurance organisation seeking an organised and customer-focused Assistant Underwriter to join their Melbourne team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your insurance career while supporting experienced Underwriters across new business, renewals and policy administration within a highly specialised portfolio.

What's in it for me
If you're looking for a role that offers genuine career development, exposure to specialist underwriting and the opportunity to work within a collaborative global business, this is a fantastic next step.
Why this opportunity?

• Annual company bonus recognising individual contribution
• Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility
• Genuine career progression into Underwriting and technical insurance roles
• Join one of the world's leading specialist insurers
• Supportive and collaborative team with ongoing mentoring and professional development - Exceptional longevity throughout the business
• Competitive salary package + plus benefits
• Additional annual leave with service, volunteering days and purchase leave options
• Office based close to Melbourne CBD - public transport available 

The Opportunity
Working alongside experienced Underwriters and the Australian leadership team, you'll play a key role in supporting the underwriting function through accurate policy administration, client service and office coordination.
You'll work closely with brokers, clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring policy documentation is prepared accurately, underwriting records are maintained and day-to-day operations run efficiently. This role offers excellent exposure to specialist commercial marine insurance and provides a strong foundation for a long-term underwriting career.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional support to brokers, clients and internal underwriting teams
• Prepare and administer policy documentation throughout the policy lifecycle
• Support new business, renewals, endorsements, cancellations and premium processing
• Maintain accurate underwriting, customer and vessel records across internal systems
• Coordinate vessel surveys and manage associated documentation
• Produce reports and management information for business stakeholders
• Ensure accurate record keeping and compliance with internal processes
• Assist with office administration, meeting coordination and day-to-day operational support
• Build strong relationships with brokers and internal stakeholders while delivering exceptional customer service

You'll ideally bring:

• Previous experience within insurance administration OR underwriting support
• Strong administration and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities - specifically with brokers & clients 
• A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
• ANZIIF Tier 2 qualification or willingness to obtain (highly regarded)
• Marine insurance experience is advantageous but not essential

Interested? Whether you're already working as an Underwriting Assistant, Insurance Administrator or Broker Support professional and looking to specialise, or you're seeking a genuine pathway into underwriting with a global insurer, we'd love to have a confidential discussion.

Morgan Consulting specialises in Insurance and Financial Services recruitment across Australia. If this opportunity isn't quite the right fit, we're happy to discuss other positions that may better align with your career goals.

https://www.morganconsulting.com.au/insurance-wealth-management-recruitment