Senior Underwriter, Media

Hiscox•Los Angeles, CA

19d•$100,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hiscox USA is seeking a dynamic, engaging, and solutions-oriented Sr. Underwriter to drive new business and underwrite complex renewal business within the Media E&O sector. This role offers a unique opportunity for a Media E&O specialist or a professional liability generalist to join a fast-paced team. The position involves writing policies tailored to the specific requirements of the Media sector, including advertising agencies, podcasts, YouTube channels, graphic designers, publishers, production houses, influencers, and more. Policies are rooted in Media E&O, with opportunities for cross-selling Tech, Cyber, GL, and other PL coverages. Risks vary in size and complexity, from start-ups to large multinational entities. Hiscox provides an entrepreneurial climate that values thoughtful risk-taking, excellence in execution, and ownership.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Media E&O coverage; experience preferred.
Customer-centric mind-set and passionate about the power of superior customer service and offerings.
Strong understanding of sales principles, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Demonstrate a competitive drive.
Team-oriented, ability to collaborate and desire to share information across divisions and teams.
Proven track record of understanding and delivering meaningful underwriting profit.
Outgoing, driven, high attention to detail and results-focused mentality.
The ability to identify business needs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently in a collaborative environment.
Innate service focus which enables one to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external customers and partners.
Willingness to develop business, with travel throughout the U.S. up to 25%, required.

Nice To Haves

Media E&O specialist or a professional liability generalist background.

Responsibilities

Underwrite, price, and negotiate accounts consistent with the quality of the risk and according to the company’s strategy and guidelines.
Lead nationwide media E&O team in underwriting production.
Develop new broker relationships and increase depth of existing broker relationships throughout the region to increase production.
Engage with the national media E&O team to learn and teach collaboratively.
Maintain excellent customer service standards.
Serve as relationship manager for several key media E&O brokers and spearhead broker turnarounds/remediation.
Obtain and maintain senior-level underwriting authority in the media E&O practice area and assume responsibility for taking underwriting referrals daily.
Mentor and train junior media E&O teammates locally and nationally.
Spearhead in-office quoting days with top broker partners.
Monitor product results and develop ideas to increase productivity and profitability.
Consistently exceed minimum quote output numbers established by the national media manager.
Regional travel required, including industry events and broker visits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus (based on personal & company performance)
401(k) with competitive company matching
Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)
Company paid group term life, short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
24 Paid time off days
2 Hiscox Days
10 paid holidays
Ability to purchase 5 PTO days
Paid parental leave
4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service
Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs
Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program
Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing
Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks