Associate Underwriter: Launch Your Risk Career

Liberty Mutual Insurance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual is launching an Underwriting Development Program and seeks an Associate Underwriter to begin a career in risk assessment, pricing, and client service. You will learn through a structured, hands‑on experience, working with experienced underwriters to evaluate complex risks and develop insurance solutions for customers.

As you progress, you will analyze business information, collaborate across teams, and build negotiation and relationship management skills while contributing to

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of related professional experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Economics, Finance, Business or related field.
• GPA 3.0 preferred.
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and negotiating skills.
• Interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• Willing to complete professional designations and continued education.
• Permanent work authorization in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license for travel.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business information, financial data, and industry trends to evaluate risk.
• Learn how insurance products and risk management solutions support businesses.
• Partner with brokers, customers, and internal teams to tailor insurance solutions.
• Build communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Develop expertise in risk selection, coverage analysis, and pricing strategies.
• Make informed decisions balancing customer needs with profitability.

Skills

Analytical

Decision-making

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Customer service mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Economics, Finance, Business or related field

Job description

Liberty Mutual is launching an Underwriting Development Program and seeks an Associate Underwriter to begin a career in risk assessment, pricing, and client service. You will learn through a structured, hands‑on experience, working with experienced underwriters to evaluate complex risks and develop insurance solutions for customers.

As you progress, you will analyze business information, collaborate across teams, and build negotiation and relationship management skills while contributing to