Senior Underwriter, Middle Market Multi-Industry

Liberty Mutual Insurance • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Underwriter for Middle Market Multi-Industry underwrites policies within underwriting authority, with limited guidance from leadership as needed. Makes decisions on whether to underwrite business by making analytical, data-driven decisions based on data and information provided, including pricing the risk.

Requirements

• Degree in Business or equivalent typically required.
• A minimum of 2.5 years, typically 3 or more years, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience.
• CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
• Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility that includes competence with all phases and aspects of the underwriting process.
• Proficiency in the use of qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques.
• Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues.
• Capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to properly manage or administer those issues.
• Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business.

Responsibilities

• Manages portfolio of brokers/agents and clients.
• Leverages market presence and knowledge to develop and underwrite profitable business, acting as a representative for Liberty.
• Maintains a strong market presence, including established relationships with agents and brokers.
• Looks to strengthen these relationships and develop new ones.
• Contributes ideas for product development and participates in development and execution.
• Contributes to team projects (e.g., process / tool improvement).
• Understands the work implications of relevant legislation and regulation.
• Collaborates effectively across teams, stakeholders, and partners (e.g., UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting in GRS North America).
• Mentors junior underwriters and new hires (not as a line manager).
• May analyze department's portfolio and make suggestions for development.
• May recognize and communicate emerging trends of exposures within line of business expertise.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities.
• Environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees