Job Description
Primary Details
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Role Highlights
Location: Flexible
Type: Permanent, full time
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior insurance professional to join QBE’s highly supportive and dynamic External Dispute Resolution team, reporting to the Senior Manager, External Dispute Resolution.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for the end‑to‑end management of General Insurance complaints and external disputes, ensuring fair, reasonable and compliant outcomes for our customers. You’ll work closely with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), meeting regulatory expectations and timeframes while delivering high‑quality, resolution‑focused outcomes. You will assess, investigate and critically analyse policies, legislation and expert evidence, engage directly with customers, and provide technical advice to internal stakeholders across claims, underwriting and broader business functions.
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.
Your new role
In this role, you will:
This role will see you exercising a wide range of skills as part of QBE’s dispute resolution process with our customers at the forefront of our mind. You will be joining a collaborative team where you will manage a portfolio of complaints in accordance with QBE’s complaints management process.
Conduct detailed investigations, including analysis of policies, legislation, evidence and expert reports
Engage collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, claims teams and underwriters
Identify systemic drivers of customer dissatisfaction and contribute to recommendations for process, product and service improvements
Ensure all complaints and disputes are handled in line with organisational standards, legal obligations and regulatory requirements
You will be engaging with internal and external stakeholders to manage complaint resolution requirements and outcomes – encompassing organisational, code of practice, legislative and scheme requirements
About you
You’ll bring strong technical expertise and a genuine passion for customer advocacy, dispute resolution and fair outcomes. Ideally, you will have:
Extensive experience in a similar technical role within Claims, Legal, Product or Underwriting
A strong insurance or legal background, with a solid understanding of risk, compliance and policy interpretation
Working knowledge of AFCA requirements, including complaint handling approaches, conciliations, fees and determinations (for external disputes)
Demonstrated experience managing external dispute resolution or complex complaints end‑to‑end
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence and build trusted stakeholder relationships
Excellent time management and resolution focused, with the ability to work effectively while maintaining empathy and a customer‑first mindset
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 and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises 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 [email protected].
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Complaint Management, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Customer Value Management, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management, Time Management, Working Independently
Application Close Date: 30/04/2026 11:59 PM
How 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.
Time Type: Full time
Worker Type: Employee
Role Highlights
Location: Flexible
Type: Permanent, full time
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior insurance professional to join QBE’s highly supportive and dynamic External Dispute Resolution team, reporting to the Senior Manager, External Dispute Resolution.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for the end‑to‑end management of General Insurance complaints and external disputes, ensuring fair, reasonable and compliant outcomes for our customers. You’ll work closely with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA), meeting regulatory expectations and timeframes while delivering high‑quality, resolution‑focused outcomes. You will assess, investigate and critically analyse policies, legislation and expert evidence, engage directly with customers, and provide technical advice to internal stakeholders across claims, underwriting and broader business functions.
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.
Your new role
In this role, you will:
This role will see you exercising a wide range of skills as part of QBE’s dispute resolution process with our customers at the forefront of our mind. You will be joining a collaborative team where you will manage a portfolio of complaints in accordance with QBE’s complaints management process.
Conduct detailed investigations, including analysis of policies, legislation, evidence and expert reports
Engage collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, claims teams and underwriters
Identify systemic drivers of customer dissatisfaction and contribute to recommendations for process, product and service improvements
Ensure all complaints and disputes are handled in line with organisational standards, legal obligations and regulatory requirements
You will be engaging with internal and external stakeholders to manage complaint resolution requirements and outcomes – encompassing organisational, code of practice, legislative and scheme requirements
About you
You’ll bring strong technical expertise and a genuine passion for customer advocacy, dispute resolution and fair outcomes. Ideally, you will have:
Extensive experience in a similar technical role within Claims, Legal, Product or Underwriting
A strong insurance or legal background, with a solid understanding of risk, compliance and policy interpretation
Working knowledge of AFCA requirements, including complaint handling approaches, conciliations, fees and determinations (for external disputes)
Demonstrated experience managing external dispute resolution or complex complaints end‑to‑end
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence and build trusted stakeholder relationships
Excellent time management and resolution focused, with the ability to work effectively while maintaining empathy and a customer‑first mindset
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 and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises 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 [email protected].
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Complaint Management, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Customer Value Management, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Insurance Underwriting, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management, Time Management, Working Independently
Application Close Date: 30/04/2026 11:59 PM
How 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Dispute Resolution Specialist - General Insurance position is now open for candidates interested in the Insurance sector. This role in Parramatta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Insurance is a plus.
