P&C Life Sciences Underwriter

The Hartford • Walnut Creek, CA

98d • $76,000 - $179,400 • Hybrid

About The Position

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Join a high-performing, collaborative team within our Life Sciences underwriting team, where innovation and strategic thinking drive success. We're seeking a skilled Life Sciences Underwriter to manage and grow a profitable book of business, focusing exclusively on Property & Casualty lines for the Life Sciences industry, including Products Liability and Excess Liability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of underwriting experience in the Life Sciences industry, including Products and Excess Liability.
• Proven success in building and maintaining strong relationships with business partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• High-energy, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Goal-oriented with a focus on delivering results.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and drive innovation.
• Deep technical knowledge and sound decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal business and identify account rounding opportunities within the Life Sciences sector.
• Manage cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across the team to expand existing accounts.
• Apply underwriting guidelines across applicable lines of business with precision and consistency.
• Maintain strong knowledge of industry regulations, compliance standards, and governance.
• Make underwriting decisions within individual authority; consult with subject matter experts for complex cases.
• Influence renewal retention and risk-reward outcomes using pricing tools and strategic planning.
• Act as a trusted advisor to agency partners, providing guidance and support on Life Sciences risks.
• Partner with other underwriters in the territory to drive results and deepen agency relationships.
• Collaborate with agents to answer coverage questions and direct them to appropriate resources.
• Work with Operations to manage mid-term changes requiring underwriting input.
• Deliver responsive, high-quality service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Short-term or annual bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• On-the-spot recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree