Head of North America A&H Reinsurance - QBE Re

Primary DetailsTime Type: Full timeWorker Type: EmployeeHead of North America A&H Reinsurance - QBE ReLocation: USA – New York (Preferred) and other Multi US LocationsWork Arrangement: Hybrid The salary range for this role is: $225,000-$422,500KThe OpportunityThe purpose of this role is to lead the strategic development, underwriting, and portfolio management of the North America Accident and Health Treaty business to achieve sustainable, profitable growth in alignment with the business plan. The role is accountable for the overall profitability and performance of the portfolio, including new business production, renewal retention, cycle management, and optimization of underwriting results. It provides leadership in underwriting strategy, pricing, product development, and portfolio management, while ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and governance requirements. The role also leads and develops the A&H underwriting team, strengthens broker and client relationships, refines operational processes to support business objectives, and applies expert judgment to underwrite complex treaty opportunities that contribute to a diverse and profitable portfolio and the successful delivery of the designated business line's P&L.Responsibilities:Communicate direction of underwriting business plan to team in order to achieve delivery of business objectives​Manage resource, motivate, develop and focus the team(s) to maintain required standards of performance and engagement​Establish and strengthen strong relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally, including cedants and brokers​Underwrite and delegate the Underwriting of Reinsurance risks to meet business objectives including: Negotiating rates, terms, and conditions for existing and new business​Managing production and issue of contract certainty documentation​Ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations and guidelines​Deliver on an annual business plan for the underwriting business area​Monitor and report on progress​Keep abreast of market dynamics and demonstrate market cycle awareness to be able to operate effectively​Communicate risk appetites to underwriting teams, in accordance with the business plan​Establish clear accountabilities and authority levels for direct reports and build a strong culture of performance and accountability to ensure delivery of goalsWork Experience:Necessary Work Experience includes:Significant relevant reinsurance experience.Experience leading teams.Qualifications:Necessary Qualifications include:Tertiary Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.Preferred Experience:10 years relevant experience in Accident and Health insurance/reinsuranceAdvanced proficiency in Excel, Power Point, Word, and other Microsoft Office productsExperience developing strategic underwriting frameworkExperience managing, developing, or leading othersIncreasing levels of responsibilityProgression toward or receipt of professional designations including CPCU, ARe, RPLU, or any actuarial exams.Compensation Package: The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate’s professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBE’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.QBE 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:Hybrid Working – a mix of working from home and in the office22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basisCompetitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal adviceTuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing educationEmployee Network and Community – QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways togive back to your communityTo learn more, click here: Benefits | QBE US.Why QBE? What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world?At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the center of our success.Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And our international scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact.Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours!Commitment to Diversity QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information. Equal Employment Opportunity:QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status. Supplementary informatione good judgement calls.Skills:Analytical Thinking, Coaching for success, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Influencing, Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Navigating ambiguity, Portfolio Management, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder ManagementHow 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.Job SummaryJob number: 358751Date posted : 2026-07-18Profession: UnderwritingEmployment type: Full time