Miscellaneous Medical and Telehealth Liability Underwriter

Great American Insurance Group • New York, NY

5d • $110,000 - $170,000 • Remote

About The Position

Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow. At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best. Great American’s Professional Liability Division offers both medical and non-medical service providers protection from claims alleging an act, error, or omission by the firm, its staff, or contractors working on its behalf. The Division recognizes that every industry has unique needs and develops customized coverage solutions for specific professional liability exposures. https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/professional-liability The Medical Professional & Telehealth Liability team is looking for an Underwriter to join its dynamic team. This position is fully remote and offers a unique opportunity to work on a blend of telehealth and miscellaneous medical (misc. med) professional liability risks. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting both small and complex risks, working closely with the hiring manager in a startup-like environment within a stable, established organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Generally, 10+ years of related miscellaneous medical professional liability or healthcare underwriting experience.
• Candidates with 5+ years of experience may also be considered.
• Experience balancing both high volume of small business accounts and more complex risks.
• Self-motivated and independent, with strong relationship management skills and the ability to thrive in a remote work environment.
• Collaborative and open-minded, able to contribute ideas and help shape a growing team.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred but not required.
• Experience in Cyber & Technology Underwriting preferred but not required.
• In the process of obtaining, or already have, certifications such as CPCU, RPLU, AINS, or similar designations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of miscellaneous medical and telehealth accounts, handling risk selection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability.
• Balance high-volume, quick-turnaround accounts with more complex telehealth and tech-related accounts that require thoughtful, detail-oriented underwriting.
• Analyze submissions, determine terms, and price business according to guidelines.
• Assess risk quality and compliance, making recommendations on risks beyond authority.
• Monitor premiums, costs, and claims ratios, taking corrective measures to ensure profitability.
• Collaborate closely with the hiring manager to shape the product and contribute to the growth of this new product.
• Actively contribute ideas and feedback to improve underwriting processes, coverage options, and product development.
• Maintain high standards of customer service, fostering strong business relationships with brokers and stakeholders.
• Participate in occasional travel for team events, conferences, and broker meetings.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees.
• Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
• Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs.
• Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level