Financial Institutions Underwriter

The Hartford•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of The Hartford’s Financial Lines organization, the Financial Institutions Underwriter is responsible for underwriting and generating new business within the Financial Institutions segment. The role serves public and large private financial institutions, including asset managers, private equity and venture capital firms, insurance companies, REITs, and banks. Products include Primary and Excess D&O, E&O, Fiduciary, and EPL coverages. The job title and level will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This is a hybrid role based in New York, NY, with an expectation of working in the office three days per week. The role reports to the Managing Director of the Diversified/Financial Services Team. The annualized base pay range is $102,000–$193,200. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstration of required competencies. Total compensation may also include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Requirements

At least 5 years of Financial Institutions Management Liability and Professional Liability underwriting experience.
Demonstrated ability to build strong broker, client, and internal business relationships.
Excellent communication, analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
Results-oriented self-starter with strong organizational skills, technical expertise, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

Execute territory strategy and develop broker partnerships that drive profitable growth.
Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal business partners.
Develop and manage a targeted pipeline of new business opportunities.
Use market intelligence and competitive insights to expand market presence and win business.
Apply a consultative sales approach to identify client needs and business opportunities.
Communicate The Hartford’s value proposition, products, and underwriting expertise.
Prepare for broker and client meetings to advance business objectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor and negotiate solutions that support growth and profitability.
Analyze, select, and structure Financial Institutions risks in line with underwriting appetite and profitability goals.
Evaluate financial, operational, and loss information to identify exposures and underwriting concerns.
Communicate coverage, deal structure, and risk selection recommendations to brokers.
Maintain expertise in policy forms, endorsements, exclusions, and coverage language.
Deliver profitable premium growth and portfolio performance, generate new business and convert pipeline opportunities, expand broker relationships and market presence, and execute disciplined underwriting and risk selection.