Utilise or apply your technical skills to the Infrastructure & Energy sector as you step into a meaningful and purposeful role, as you lead a small team.
Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA)
- Senior Underwriter – Infrastructure & Energy
- Ongoing, newly created role
Key highlights
- Hybrid working, Melbourne CBD location, close to Flinders Street Station.
- Salary Range – $167,754K - $186,393K (total remuneration package inclusive of super).
- A rewarding leadership role as a Senior Underwriter - Infrastructure & Energy.
About the role
As a Senior Underwriter in the Infrastructure and Energy Practice, you will hold a key role in shaping VMIA's approach to underwriting and advising on complex risks, ensuring best practice cover that supports government objectives and sustainable outcomes.
This is an exciting Ongoing opportunity to provide your expertise in the technical underwriting and strategic advice for infrastructure and energy clients across the Victorian public sector.
This is a role with a purpose to use and develop deep industry knowledge to support the delivery and development of a suite of contemporary, competitive insurance offerings and advice to a range of clients with renewable insurance programs.
Reporting to the Head of Infrastructure and Energy Practice within the Risk, Insurance and Claims Solutions (RICS) division you will also lead a team of four.
Key responsibilities
- Maintain deep specialist knowledge of insurance of infrastructure and energy organisations and assets, including underwriting practices, market conditions, and emerging legal or regulatory developments, and use this expertise to guide VMIA's strategic position and offerings.
- Deliver expert advice and participate in project briefings, insurance structuring sessions, and client presentations.
- Partner with brokers, reinsurers, and external advisors to align program structures with market expectations and pricing.
- Provide mentorship and support to RICS team members, sharing insights and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
- Represent VMIA in industry forums, working groups, and external engagements related to the Infrastructure & Energy sector.
- Use underwriting data and reporting to monitor portfolio development, support decision-making, and inform strategic direction.
Who you work with
Internal:
- Product Centre
- Government Sector Practice
- Claims Practice
- Service and Delivery Practice
- Actuarial Team.
External:
- Victorian Government Infrastructure and Energy clients and stakeholders
- Reinsurance brokers and insurance market providers
- Risk engineers, consultants, and professional advisers
- External forums or working groups relevant to public sector insurance
What we are looking for
- Minimum 10 years' experience in underwriting or broking in the infrastructure & energy sector.
- Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, including coverage terms, exclusions, and market practices.
- In-depth knowledge of the reinsurance market and program structures, with a focus on achieving value-for-money outcomes.
- Commercially astute, with strong analytical skills and a strategic, service-oriented mindset.
- Proven experience in the strategic design and execution of reinsurance programs and product frameworks.
- Strong capability in developing and managing innovative insurance solutions, pricing strategies, and underwriting frameworks.
It is desirable to have the following experience, however not essential:
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- Demonstrated success in leading capability uplift or transformation initiatives within a product, pricing, or reinsurance context.Experience working with or advising public sector clients, particularly within the Victorian Government context.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Business, Insurance, Risk Management, engineering or related field (desirable).
- Certified member (or working towards) of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) or equivalent (desirable).
- Fit and proper person under APRA guidelines
Why join VMIA?
At VMIA, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
We offer:
- Flex work: Hybrid working to support your best performance.
- Parenting support: Generous parental leave (16 weeks paid parental leave after six months of service for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers) and breastfeeding-friendly facilities.
- Learning & Development: Annual investment ($2,500) in your growth, with in-house training, and LinkedIn Learning access in addition.
- Wellbeing: Wellness sessions, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and ergonomic support.
- Culture & Lifestyle: Iconic office location, volunteer leave and life-stage support.
VMIA encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse communities, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
How to apply
We invite you to submit your CV and a cover letter. Use these to introduce yourself, highlight your fit for the role, and share why you are excited about joining VMIA. For any questions about the role or application process, please contact us at [email protected].
At VMIA, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. We warmly welcome applications from people of all gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you have any accessibility needs during the recruitment process, please let us know at [email protected].
Salary Information
At VMIA, we offer competitive salaries based on the role's classification and your skills and experience. Typically, new employees start at the minimum of the salary range, however, consideration may be given to starting above the minimum of the band should you demonstrate extensive experience in a similar role or possess unique and desirable skills and capabilities required to perform the role.
Other relevant information
Before starting at VMIA, preferred candidates will complete pre-employment screenings. These assessments may include:
- Working Eligibility: Verification of your right to work in Australia.
- Employment History: Confirmation of your past employment details including employment dates and compensation.
- Academic Credentials: Verification of your educational qualifications to ensure they are accurate and legitimate.
- National Criminal History Check: A check for any criminal record, which may involve manual vetting by ACIC, potentially causing delays.
- Pre-employment Misconduct Check: Used to verify the identity, integrity, and credentials of potential employees and verifies no past misconduct.
- Fin
ancial Background Checks: Applicable for certain roles, such as Heads of Departments and Finance team members.
We value a collaborative work environment, so employees are expected to spend the majority of your working week in the office. Candidates from interstate must be willing to relocate to Victoria.