2026 Insurance Underwriting Graduate Program

Job title: 2026 Insurance Underwriting Graduate Program

Company: QBE Insurance


Job description: Primary Details Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeQBE GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026INSURANCE UNDERWRITING STREAMPERMANENT ROLE | SYDNEY | HYBRID WORKINGGRADUATE PROGRAM OVERVIEW18 months | 3 different teams | 6-month experiencesOur award-winning graduate program has been running for many years with huge success. Graduates are hired as permanent employees, with the first 18-months spent on the graduate program experiencing three different teams across our business, known as ‘rotations’. In addition to three rotations, graduates progress through a structured learning and development plan, have access to senior leaders, and spend time with their graduate cohort forming meaningful and long-lasting connections.Our 2026 graduate program streams include:FinanceData AnalyticsInsurance underwritingINSURANCE UNDERWRITINGInsurance underwriting is a highly technical skill set that is critical to our business. This graduate program stream focuses on business insurance, which can be incredibly complex. Businesses of all sizes across many industries present their own unique risks and you will learn what to consider before we agree to offer insurance protection to a business customer.Underwriting is unique in that it offers the best of both worlds – a role where you can build strong technical skills through analysis and underwriting practices, and advanced communications skills as your success in this role will rely on effectively working with many different stakeholders.As an insurance underwriting graduate, you’ll work in three different underwriting teams, experiencing different lines of insurance and different types of customers across many industries.GRADUATE LEARNING & DEVELOPMENTYour skill and career development are a key focus for the entire graduate program and beyond. Some of the ways you will learn include:Experiencing our business from three different perspectives across your graduate rotationsFormal classroom style training, always with a practical applicationDigital learning pathways designed for the graduate cohort and your program stream more specificallyInformal learning through cohort activities and initiativesUnlimited access to digital learning content, many courses with official certificationsYour support network: graduate program lead, graduate buddy, rotation leaders, technical buddies, graduate networks (program stream and wider cohort)Networking and public speaking opportunitiesABOUT QBEAt QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. We dig deeper to really get to know our customers, harnessing our deep understanding to provide tailored and responsive solutions. And we do it all with a human touch.As part of the QBE team, you’ll spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And with 13,000+ colleagues across 26 countries, we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet still small enough for you to make a real impact.It’s an exciting time at QBE. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner. And we want talented people like you to join us, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours.Your career. At the heart of it.BENEFITSWe 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 balanceLife Leave, supporting the life events we all experience, leaving your annual leave for restFree holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal adviceA range of discounts on insurance products, car hire, hotels, goods and servicesVoluntary super contributions and company matchingIncome protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid superREWARDS & RECOGNITIONWe value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR AwardsPlatinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) – the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI+ workplace inclusionFamily Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021ELIGIBILITYOur graduate program commences once per year each February. To be eligible for the Sydney based Insurance Underwriting stream of the 2026 graduate program, you must have:Completed and passed tertiary education in the 2 years prior to the graduate program start date, graduating from end of 2023 to end of 2025Unrestricted working rights in Australia andSubmit a resume and academic transcript with your application. A cover letter is not required.Whilst some education disciplines align more to the technical nature of insurance underwriting than others, for example, law, economics, business, engineering, we are accepting applications for the insurance underwriting graduate program from any field of study if you have a strong interest. We encourage you to apply now or contact the graduate recruitment team to discuss further if you have questions at .APPLY NOWClick APPLY to submit your application. Applications will close on Tuesday 19 August 2025.Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police, and employment checks through our online provider as a condition of employment. Please remember to submit your resume and academic transcript with your application.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 .Skills:Application Close Date: 19/08/2025 11:59 PMHow 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.

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Location: Sydney, NSW

Job date: Wed, 23 Jul 2025 05:18:08 GMT

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