Senior Underwriter, Media
About The Position
Hiscox USA is currently searching for a dynamic, engaging and solutions-oriented Sr. Underwriter to drive new business and underwrite complex renewal business within the Media E&O sector. This position provides a unique opportunity for a Media E&O specialist or a professional liability generalist to join a fast-paced, dynamic team to write policies tailored to the specific requirements of the Media sector. We specialize in advertising agencies, branding agencies, podcasts, YouTube channels, graphic designers, photographers, videographers, publishers, magazine periodicals, postproduction houses, animators, illustrators, marketing firms, consultants, public relation firms, DICE production, TV production and networks, influencers, and much more! Policies will be rooted in Media E&O, with cross-sold Tech, Cyber, GL, and other PL coverages offered for qualifying risks. Risks vary greatly in size and complexity (from start-ups to large, multinational entities). We provide an entrepreneurial climate that values and rewards thoughtful risk taking, excellence in execution and ownership in body of work.
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, negotiation skills and demonstrate a competitive drive
- Team-oriented, ability to collaborate and desire to share information across divisions and teams to further the overall goals of the company
- 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
- B.A./B.S degree is preferred
Responsibilities
- Underwrite, price and negotiate accounts consistent with the quality of the risk and according to the company’s strategy and guidelines for the product lines.
- Lead nationwide media E&O team in underwriting production
- Develop new broker relationships and increase depth of existing broker relationships throughout region to increase production
- Engage with the national media E&O team to learn and teach collaboratively
- Maintain excellent customer service standards
- Play a key role in executing on regional plan i.e. serving as relationship manager for several key media E&O brokers and spearheading broker turnarounds/remediation.
- Obtain & maintain senior level underwriting authority in media E&O practice area and assume responsibility for taking underwriting referrals daily
- Mentor & 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 national media manager
- At times, 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, and 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
- Recipient of 2024 Cigna’s Well-Being Award for having a best-in-class health and wellness program
- Dynamic, creative and values-driven culture
- Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
