Senior Underwriting Manager, Financial Institutions

Liberty Mutual Insurance • New York, NY

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About The Position

Liberty Mutual is seeking a Financial Institutions underwriting leader for the Eastern Region. Responsibilities include the management of staff, development of products, nurturing of broker/agent relationships and the generation of profitable new and renewal financial lines business. Serves as a leading technical authority within Financial Institutions in the Eastern Region, seen as a 'go-to' advisor on subject matter by colleagues within the segment, including by senior underwriting leaders. Drives a culture of underwriting excellence across entire portfolio for Financial Institutions D&O, EPLI, and Fiduciary lines of business. Drives change initiatives within the team. Maintains a visible external profile and excellent relationships with external brokers/agents, partners and stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to help the team achieve their goals and expand their own networks. Acts as a point of escalation/referral on particularly tricky or novel underwriting decisions. Upholds and exemplifies Liberty's value proposition across the business and market. May cover for manager where required. Accountable for the performance of a portfolio (or part thereof) within a sub-segment of business underwritten by the team. Specific technical responsibilities (e.g., related to planning, portfolio management, marketing, product development etc.). Will continue underwriting specific policies and delivering the work of an Underwriter.

Requirements

• Degree in Business or equivalent typically required
• 10 years expected, typically 15 years or more, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related business experience
• Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues
• Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business

Responsibilities

• Management of staff
• Development of products
• Nurturing of broker/agent relationships
• Generation of profitable new and renewal financial lines business
• Serve as a leading technical authority within Financial Institutions
• Drive a culture of underwriting excellence across the portfolio
• Drive change initiatives within the team
• Maintain relationships with external brokers/agents, partners, and stakeholders
• Act as a point of escalation/referral on underwriting decisions
• Uphold Liberty's value proposition
• Accountable for the performance of a portfolio within a sub-segment of business
• Continue underwriting specific policies

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities
• Environment where employees can succeed both professionally and personally
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for all employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees