Russell Goldsmith
About Russell Goldsmith
Russell Goldsmith is a Senior Property Underwriter at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in property underwriting, having held various positions at QBE and Allianz since 2010.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Russell Goldsmith has held multiple positions at QBE Insurance Group. He began as an Assistant Property Underwriter from 2013 to 2016, where he gained foundational experience in property underwriting. He then advanced to the role of Property Underwriter, serving from 2016 to 2021, during which he developed his expertise in assessing property risks. In 2021, he was promoted to Senior Property Underwriter, a position he currently holds. His tenure at QBE has been marked by a focus on property insurance in the London market.
Previous Experience at Allianz
Prior to his time at QBE, Russell Goldsmith worked at Allianz in various underwriting roles. He served as a Development Underwriter from 2010 to 2012, where he contributed to the development of underwriting strategies. Following this, he worked as an Account Underwriter for nine months in 2012 before transitioning to QBE. His experience at Allianz provided him with a solid background in underwriting practices.
Education and Expertise
Russell Goldsmith studied at Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd, where he earned a 2:1 degree in Economics and Management from 2006 to 2009. This academic background has equipped him with analytical skills and a strong understanding of economic principles, which are essential in the field of insurance underwriting.
Career Timeline
Russell Goldsmith's career in underwriting spans over a decade. He began his professional journey at Allianz in 2010, where he worked for two years before moving to QBE Insurance in 2013. At QBE, he progressed through various roles, culminating in his current position as Senior Property Underwriter, which he has held since 2021. His career reflects a steady advancement in the insurance industry.