Grainne O'hanlon
About Grainne O'hanlon
Grainne O'Hanlon is an Assistant Underwriter at QBE Insurance, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in operations and a degree in Biomedical Sciences from Maynooth University, she has developed strong skills in time management and teamwork, as well as advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Grainne O'Hanlon currently serves as an Assistant Underwriter at QBE Insurance, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she applies her advanced Microsoft Excel skills to improve underwriting processes. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Underwriting Assistant at QBE Insurance from 2018 to 2021 for three years, where she developed essential skills in time management and teamwork, which are vital in the underwriting field.
Previous Experience at Chubb
Before joining QBE Insurance, Grainne O'Hanlon worked at Chubb in an Operations role from 2016 to 2018 for two years. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in operational functions within the insurance sector. Her transition from an operations position to underwriting roles demonstrates her adaptability and expertise in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Grainne O'Hanlon earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Maynooth University, where she studied from 2011 to 2015 for four years. Her educational background has contributed to her analytical skills, which are beneficial in her current role as an Assistant Underwriter. Additionally, her expertise in operational roles within the insurance industry enhances her effectiveness in underwriting.
Background and Early Education
Grainne O'Hanlon completed her secondary education at St. Vincent's Secondary School in Dundalk from 2005 to 2011 for six years. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent studies in Biomedical Sciences at Maynooth University and her career in the insurance industry.