Remote

Marsh McLennan•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Specialty Lines (Kidnap & Ransom) team at Marsh. This role will be based in New York City and Bethesda. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. We are seeking an experienced and driven Kidnap & Ransom (K&R) Underwriter to join our Specialty Lines team. This role will be responsible for managing and growing a profitable portfolio of Kidnap & Ransom business countrywide while building strong broker relationships and maintaining disciplined underwriting standards. Victor offers a connected culture of talented, inspired individuals, and a work environment where colleagues can grow and succeed. At Victor, your voice is heard, your skills are sharpened and your ambitions nurtured. We value diversity in thought and background and are looking for individuals who are up for the challenge of creating the insurance enterprise of the future. Victor Insurance Managers LLC ("Victor") is one of the world’s largest managing general underwriters with locations in the US, Canada, UK, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Australia. It handles more than $4 billion USD in premium on behalf of numerous insurance carriers, through a large network of more than 20,000 active insurance agents and brokers. With deep, specialized underwriting expertise, the company delivers a wide range of insurance solutions – from specialty property and casualty and professional liability insurance to group and retiree benefits. Victor is committed to building on 65-plus years of experience to develop products and services that address the complex needs of its customers. Victor US is the flagship business of Victor, operating under the legal name, Victor Insurance Managers LLC. It is a leading managing general agent in the US with a rich history in specialty insurance and offering a unique range of products and programs distributed through independent brokers and agents. The company is committed to making insurance easier for brokers, agents and their clients through specialized underwriting expertise, personalized customer service and a responsive, technology-oriented business approach. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Requirements

10+ years of underwriting experience, with a strong preference for Kidnap & Ransom, Political Risk, or Specialty Lines
Proven track record of managing and growing a profitable underwriting portfolio
Strong technical underwriting, risk assessment, and pricing skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively and make sound underwriting decisions within delegated authority

Nice To Haves

Established broker relationships and strong market presence
Experience mentoring or leading junior team members
Excellent communication, relationship management, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Underwrite and manage a national portfolio of new and renewal Kidnap & Ransom business
Meet or exceed production, retention, and profitability targets
Drive profitable growth through disciplined risk selection, pricing, and portfolio management strategies
Prepare and present underwriting referrals with supporting analysis to internal and external stakeholders
Negotiate terms and conditions using approved underwriting guidelines and rating methodologies
Build, develop, and maintain strong relationships with broker partners to enhance visibility and market share