Michael Mc Dowell
About Michael Mc Dowell
Michael McDowell serves as the New Business Commercial Manager for Global Credit & Surety at QBE Insurance, where he manages the Australian New Business Team. With over ten years of experience in the credit industry, he specializes in Trade Credit Insurance and the management of credit risk.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Michael McDowell currently serves as the New Business Commercial Manager for Global Credit & Surety at QBE Insurance. He has held this position since 2019, managing the Australian New Business Team with a national footprint. His role involves building relationships with clients and addressing their specific needs within the credit insurance sector. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Business Development Manager in the same division from 2016 to 2019, contributing to the growth and development of QBE's credit insurance offerings.
Previous Experience in Credit Insurance
Before joining QBE Insurance, Michael McDowell worked at National Credit Insurance (Brokers) Pty Ltd. He served as Client Service Manager from 2011 to 2014, where he operated in both Sydney and Brisbane. Following this role, he was a Sales Executive at the same company from 2014 to 2016, further enhancing his expertise in the credit insurance field. This cumulative experience has equipped him with over ten years in the credit industry.
Education and Expertise
Michael McDowell studied at NIBA College, where he completed the Tier 1 Insurance Broking Program for Brokers Accreditation from 2013 to 2014. This educational background has contributed to his specialization in Trade Credit Insurance and the management of credit risk, which are essential components of his current role at QBE Insurance.
Skills in Client Relationship Management
In his current role at QBE Insurance, Michael McDowell focuses on building and maintaining relationships with clients. He emphasizes understanding and meeting the individual needs of clients, which is crucial in the credit insurance sector. His approach has been shaped by his extensive experience in client service and business development.