Assistant Underwriter

About the Company At FMG, we are proud to be New Zealand's leading rural insurer, fully owned and operated within the country. Established in 1905 by farmers for farmers, we have spent over a century providing exceptional risk advice and insurance solutions to clients nationwide. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our dedicated team of insurance professionals who strive to achieve our ambitious goals. About the Role We are seeking an Assistant Underwriter to join our Underwriting Team. This is an excellent opportunity for a bright, positive, and enthusiastic individual eager to make their mark in a well-established and market-leading insurance company. In this role, you will report directly to the Underwriting Team Manager and will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our underwriting function. Your responsibilities will include providing administrative support to enhance the efficiency of our underwriting processes. Additionally, you will assist with underwriting tasks, focusing on the acceptance of quality business in accordance with our internal guidelines and service standards. Requirements To thrive in this role, you should possess strong communication, numerical, and analytical skills. We are looking for someone proactive and solutions-oriented who enjoys working as part of a high-performing team. While demonstrated underwriting experience or a background in insurance would be advantageous, it is not mandatory. Benefits At FMG, we recognize that our success is driven by our people. When you join our team, we prioritize your well-being and aim to make you feel like part of the FMG family. In addition to a chance to kickstart your career, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes free life insurance and income protection, a 4% company contribution to superannuation, flexible working practices, five paid professional development days, two paid wellbeing days, annual salary reviews, and a paid give-back day each year, among many other exciting benefits. If you are looking for an exciting next step in your career and have a passion for learning, we encourage you to apply now. Applications close at 5 PM on Friday, August 1, 2025.