Cyber Underwriter

Ledgebrook • Chicago, IL

34d • Remote

About The Position

Ledgebrook is seeking experienced Cyber, Tech and MPL underwriting talent to join their growing team. The mission is focused on building a profitable book of specialty lines business. The vision is to deliver market relevant solutions to key wholesale trading partners in a more frictionless environment that places an emphasis on efficiencies and quality to meet or exceed broker needs in a risk differentiated manner. This role offers an opportunity to break out of the traditional insurance company mold and advance your career. The team thrives on continuous learning and shares excitement about building a company from the ground up. The company is fully remote, with a preference for this resource to sit in the Chicago or surrounding areas. Ledgebrook may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of the job application process, including to assist in evaluating applications. AI is used as a support tool, and hiring decisions are made by human recruiters. By submitting information, candidates acknowledge that the company may use AI tools as part of the evaluation. Reasonable accommodations for disabilities or other legally protected bases can be requested by contacting [email protected].

Requirements

• 2+ years experience as a cyber, tech and/or MPL underwriter.
• Experience working in the E&S market.
• Ability to work as a team player or independently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Deep wholesale broker trading relationships.
• Effective communication skills to articulate appetite and develop wholesale broker relationships.
• Understanding of pricing and risk selection criteria to achieve underwriting profit.
• Advanced understanding of data analysis and execution of portfolio management objectives.
• Intellectual curiosity, problem solving skills, and a sense of urgency.
• Responsive, customer service focused mindset and behaviors.
• A strong entrepreneurial drive and desire to build and win together as a high performing team.
• Authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• A passion for delivering world-class customer service to internal and external customers.
• Intellectual curiosity and a strong desire for innovation, rather than following the status quo.
• A hunger for continuous learning and opportunities to grow.
• Agile prioritization skills coupled with a keen sense of urgency.
• A strong drive and desire to win together as a high-performing team.
• A moral compass to "do the right thing, period."
• An honest, transparent communication style.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Regularly interact with wholesale trading partners over the phone, virtually and in-person to drive submission flow and convert on the best opportunities quoted.
• Underwrite risks of all industries and sizes.
• Actively participate and connect with the whole team, across remote locations.
• Make timely decisions with appropriate information and consultation.
• Travel to meet with assigned brokers or with the broader team to participate in industry conferences or events.

Benefits

• Full remote flexibility and asynchronous work culture
• Unlimited PTO and fully paid sick leave
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA and FSA options
• Additional financial protection and retirement benefits, including a 401(k), company-paid life insurance, and disability coverage
• A high degree of ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to help build and shape a growing company
• The chance to make a meaningful impact while working alongside an ambitious, high-performing team
• Exposure to the challenges and opportunities of a fast-growing startup environment
• Employees in this position are eligible to participate in Ledgebrook’s equity incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed