Senior Underwriter

Arch Capital Group•Los Angeles, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for underwriting and managing a profitable portfolio of new and renewal inland marine business, with a focus on sustainable growth and long-term retention. This role involves developing and maintaining strong broker relationships, establishing appropriate coverage terms, conditions, and pricing, and ensuring accurate and timely issuance and servicing of high-quality policies.

Requirements

5+ years of inland marine underwriting experience
Strong knowledge of inland marine forms, terms, and conditions
Proven producer and broker management skills with a focus on profitability
Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to manage competing priorities effectively

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

Underwrite inland marine risks through detailed analysis of submissions, including loss history, financial strength, and inspection reports.
Structure appropriate coverage terms, conditions, limits, deductibles, and pricing in alignment with risk characteristics, underwriting guidelines, and modeled loss potential.
Actively manage broker and client relationships to drive profitable growth, retention, and cross-selling opportunities.
Ensure the accurate issuance and ongoing management of policies and endorsements in compliance with service standards, technical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
Monitor portfolio performance by tracking exposure limits, premium income, and overall financial results, while maintaining awareness of claims activity and providing underwriting input on claim resolution.
Support business planning, forecasting, and underwriting governance initiatives.
Contribute to underwriting governance through peer review, referral support, and the technical training and development of less experienced underwriters.