Executive Underwriter, Management Liability

Westfield•New York, NY

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Underwriters are responsible for underwriting a complex book of business, employing the methods necessary to meet projected profitability, gross written premium, and expense goals, management and growth of the overall portfolio of business, implementing proper underwriting discipline/guidelines, marketing and servicing of existing and potential clients.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years underwriting experience preferred; experience in Private, Non-Profit Management Liability strongly preferred (including D&O, EPLI, FID, and Crime)
4-year College Degree Required
Strong Writing and Communication Skills
Excellent organizational skills, and ability to multi-task
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Willingness to travel
Must be able to think originally, be willing to challenge ideas and be receptive to having their own ideas challenged
Existing relationships with financial lines brokers
Ability to be onsite in office 4 days week, where applicable

Responsibilities

Administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, insurance laws and regulations and annual rating rules
Qualify accounts to meet the organization's risk appetite through comprehensive exposure analysis of both public and private companies
Collaborate with Line of Business representatives on referrals through round-table discussions and other business-related needs
Manage, mentor and train younger staff
Proactively solicit renewal and new account opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers in support of business retention and acquisition and work with customers and brokers to determine their insurance related needs
Support the sales culture by being a point of contact for brokers and customers
Complete detailed opportunity assessments with key distributors to identify growth opportunities within the region
Follow proper file documentation as well as treaty and facultative reinsurance protocols, as required
Prepare and participate in team pipeline meetings by providing specific reports as needed by senior staff