Primary Details

Time Type: Full time Worker Type: EmployeeUnderwriting Assistant

Amsterdam, with hybrid working

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.

The opportunity:

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Underwriting Assistant to join our Dutch branch! In this role, you'll support the Underwriting Division with key administrative tasks, ensuring top-notch service and timely delivery.

If you are looking to start or progress your career within Insurance, have an entrepreneurial mindset and want an opportunity to make a difference in the existing Dutch insurance market with the unique opportunity to further develop the local admin department then read on.

Your new role

• Support underwriting through general administration to ensure delivery of a professional service within agreed turnaround times.
• Input data accurately on relevant internal and external systems to maintain correct and up to date information.
• Prepare relevant reports and back up information to support the team to assist the business.
• Develop good working relationships and ensure timely communication with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Develop effective underwriting and underwriting assistant process flows.
• Assist in identifying and implementing 'best practice' and process improvements.
• Participate in meetings across European branches to share and develop strategy, knowledge, and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement processes and self-learning.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver superior service standards as part of the extended service team.

About you

Preferred Competencies/Skills:

• Insurance experience is not required; we welcome graduates and candidates from diverse backgrounds who bring strong transferable skills and a willingness to learn.
• Flexible approach and ability to recognise and adapt to changing business requirements.
• Good team player with the capability to work collaboratively and develop strong working relationships.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English is a requirement.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, able to prioritize.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Manage to work in multiple systems, comfortable working with both speed and accuracy.
• Problem solving skills – demonstrates tenacity in handling and resolving queries.
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Benefits

Flexible working - balancing work and life is important so our flexible working opportunities are open to all.

36 days holiday per year based on full-time work.

Great possibilities to grow and learn in an international environment.

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances.

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year,

Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insuranc