Inland Marine Underwriter

The Hartford•Charlotte, NC

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Inland Marine Underwriter within the Middle & Large Business organization, you will lead the sales and underwriting process by building strong, lasting relationships with agents and brokers and helping position The Hartford as the carrier of choice. The role includes managing account stewardship from strategic planning through operational execution and developing cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across the team. It is part of a collaborative, results-oriented environment where industry leaders mentor and support their teams. This position has a hybrid work arrangement, with an expectation of working in the Charlotte, North Carolina office three days per week, Tuesday through Thursday. The role requires 25% travel for territory travel and agency visits. Position title and level will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications. The annualized base pay range is $78,400–$186,000; actual pay may vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstrated competencies. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Requirements

At least 3 years of commercial Inland Marine production underwriting experience.
Demonstrated success developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external business partners.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Ability to analyze business problems, make recommendations, and propose solutions.
High-energy self-starter who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
Strong time, organizational, and desk management skills.
Goal-oriented approach and ability to deliver outcomes.
Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win.
Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills.
Ability to travel 25% of the time for territory travel and agency visits.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Analyze and assess underwriting information and complex risks, and make recommendations to management.
Maintain disciplined adherence to underwriting and service standards.
Balance underwriting standards with customer needs and expectations.
Evaluate risk relative to return to make effective and acceptable underwriting decisions.
Conduct client meetings and agency calls in the field.
Develop marketing plans and strategies.
Cultivate customer and producer relationships to promote Marine products and services within the regional office.
Identify and use resources to meet customer and producer needs.
Share information to support product development, market research, and identification of business opportunities across Marine lines and other Hartford business units.
Use the Marine Center to support sales and service objectives.
Achieve financial goals and business plan objectives.
Manage change effectively and positively.
Use systems efficiently and effectively.