Senior Builder Risk Analyst

Description:

Bring your end-to-end, builder assessor experience and utilise your analytical skills! Ongoing position working in the Domestic Building Insurance division at VMIA!

• Hybrid working (majority of your working week in the office)
• Melbourne CBD close to Flinders Street station
• Ongoing Opportunity
  

Your role
VMIA provides Domestic Building Insurance (DBI) for builders in Victoria. You will support the DBI program by performing end-to-end assessments on high value / complex builder eligibility applications. You are also a key liaison with our insurance distribution network regarding eligibility assessment outcomes.

As a Senior Builder Risk Analyst, you will report to Head of DBI Risk Assessments in the Domestic Building Insurance (DBI) division.

What you do

• Perform end to end assessment on high value / complex builder eligibility applications.
• Analyse, write, and provide recommendations regarding large builder eligibility levels.
• Provide a lead role in developing and maintaining a positive relationship with DBI Distributors and builders.
• Deliver strategic advice to the Head of DBI Risk Assessments, regarding the effective resolution processes and operations of issues and the potential impacts on performance, business, and organisational objectives.
• Oversee and monitor DBI Distributor and builder data to gauge trends and identify opportunities for operational improvement and where appropriate, implement the improvements.
• Assess large multi-unit and owner builder exposures prior to insurance approval.

Who you work with

• Work closely with the DBI leadership team to provide advice regarding large builder eligibility assessments, exposure levels and mitigation strategies.
• Communicate and consult regularly with the DBI nominated distributors regarding builder eligibility levels, financial information required and articulate decisions.

About you

• Demonstrated abilities to analyse and interpret complex financial statements, business tax returns and trust structures.
• Proven experience in understanding of finance / insurance product distribution within the commercial finance / insurance market including previous trade credit and property underwriting experience.
• Highly developed decision-making skills with demonstrated capacity to assess potential business risks and make timely and effective decisions consistent with the business control framework.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage, influence, problem solve and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
• Deliver positive customer service outcomes in a regulated environment.
• A team player with the demonstrated ability to balance your work and that of others. You also take the initiative to resolve issues within your area of responsibility.
• Ability to identify operational issues and trends that may impact the scheme and develop and implement strategies to remedy
• You may even have experience working and navigating the complexities of the public sector, working within Government. Such experience would be highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Your achievement of tertiary qualifications in accounting or finance is essential. Demonstrated experience within banking / insurance industry will be an advantage.

Benefits

There are many reasons to work at VMIA, here is how we will support you:

• Flex Work - VMIA is supportive of hybrid working to help our people perform at their best. We come together for majority of your working week in a collaborative office environment fostering connection and strengthening networks.
• Parenting support – VMIA provides 14 weeks paid parental leave (after six months of service) for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers. And we’re breastfeeding friendly accredited.
• Learning and development - You’ll be encouraged to achieve your career goals in our progressive learning organisation supported by in-house training programs, an annual investment of up to $2,500 in your learning and development, access to LinkedIn Learning, and annual performance and development planning.
• Physical and Mental wellbeing – We provide Wellness sessions, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellbeing leave (two days per year), annual flu shots, and an ergonomic subsidy for every new starter.
• Culture and lifestyle - People are at the heart of everything we do! On offer is an office in the heart of the city in an iconic building with end of trip facilities, access to one day per year paid Volunteer leave and assistance with transitioning through life stages such as welcoming a new baby or retirement.
• Financial Support – We understand, every dollar counts. We offer salary sacrifice, income protection insurance, discounted public transport and 5% private health insurance discount.

Diversity and Inclusion

• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key strategic priorities at VMIA.
• Our people benefit when they belong, are safe to bring their whole selves to work and are respected and heard. The business benefits from a diverse and inclusive culture as our people bring unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives, creating a connected community.
• We have a bold and ambitious Diversity and Inclusion Program shaping and supporting each of the following focus areas: LGBQTIA+, gender, disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and cultural and linguistic diversity.
• Employee Reference Groups, led by an executive sponsor, support each key focus area, and play a key role in contributing to an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging and connection.

Our aspiration:

• Diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging are part of VMIA’s culture.
• Everyone has a role to play.
• We support and advocate for diverse groups in our organisation and beyond.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to introduce yourself, demonstrate your suitability for the role and tell us why working at VMIA appeals to you. If you have any questions about the position or the application process, please email talentacquisition@vmia.vic.gov.au.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage candidates from all gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, with disabilities, and from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please let us know of any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process via talentacquisition@vmia.vic.gov.au.

Other relevant information

Preferred candidates will need to complete pre-employment screenings before starting their employment, which involve a range of different assessments some of which cover:

• Working eligibility: Your working rights in Australia need to be verified.
• Employment History verification: Confirms a candidate's employment details, including employment dates and compensation.
• Academic credentials check: Employers can verify a candidate’s educational qualifications to ensure they are accurate and legitimate.
• National criminal history records (police) check: Compares the candidate’s details against police history information to determine any criminal record. In some cases, the police check can go for manual vetting with the ACIC. This means there will be a delay whilst they process their check manually.
• Pre-employment misconduct check screening: Used to verify the identity, integrity, and credentials of potential employees and to ensure they have not been involved in any misconduct in their previous employment or education.
• Financial background checks (e.g. AML, bankruptcy): For applicable roles including Heads of Departments and staff working within the Finance teams.
  

It is a requirement that employees attend office-based days (majority of your working week in the office) at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, applications from interstate will only be considered if the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria.