Underwriter - Ocean Marine

Underwriter - Ocean Marine

QBE North America invites applications for an Underwriter - Ocean Marine role, located in Houston, TX with a hybrid work arrangement.

This role supports assigned line(s) of business strategy by evaluating risk and underwriting profitable business within authorized limits. You will communicate with agents, apply sound decision‑making, and ensure compliance with regulations and company policy.

• Review, evaluate and price business by applying underwriting judgment and adhering to company policy and state regulations within established authority.
• Underwrite insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and personal authority to meet objectives, including negotiating rates, terms, and conditions for new and existing business, managing production and issue of contract documentation, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Participate in portfolio review and analysis to identify improvement opportunities and progress toward profitable objectives.
• Enter data promptly and accurately in underwriting systems for both underwriting and aggregate exposures.
• Research and obtain market intelligence to enhance profit goals.
• Adhere to underwriting standards, instructions, good practice, and legal/regulatory requirements to minimize risk.
• Contribute to recording and measurement of insurance risks ensuring accuracy and best practice.
• Escalate complex issues to senior underwriting professionals for guidance.
• Assume special projects such as audits and process improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• 3 years relevant experience in underwriting.

• Attention to detail and thorough task completion.
• Analytical problem‑solving using data.
• Sound judgment for decision making.
• Understanding and improving underwriting technical systems.
• Negotiation skills for settlement with minimal friction.
• Strong communication skills across audiences.
• Responsibility and independence with timely goal achievement.

• Degree in Business, Insurance, or related field.

• Insurance industry experience.

• Adapted to the assigned line(s) of business.

• Working knowledge of insurance products and concepts.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Understanding of underwriting processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with laws and regulations in the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of risk profiling, pricing tools and loss models.
• Business acumen and industry trend awareness.

Salary range: $88,000–$132,000. Additional compensation may bonus, 401(k) with company match up to 8%, paid leave, well‑being program, tuition reimbursement, employee networks, and hybrid work arrangement.

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without current or future sponsorship.

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x. To apply, click “Apply” and follow the step‑by‑step instructions.