Cyber & Tech E&O Underwriter with Broker Focus

Westfield Insurance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Specialty seeks an experienced Cyber Liability/Tech E&O underwriter in Chicago. You will build a profitable portfolio, manage key broker relationships, and market our cyber products.

The role emphasizes disciplined risk selection, pricing, and collaboration with actuarial and claims teams. Travel may be required; onsite work pattern is expected. A Bachelor's degree is mandatory and prior broker-facing experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Underwriting experience in cyber liability or Technology E&O preferred.
• Proven ability to build and maintain broker relationships.
• Strong writing and communication skills are required.
• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking ability.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop, grow, and manage a profitable Cyber Liability, Tech E&O, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability portfolio with focus on new business and key accounts retention.
• Drive profitability through disciplined risk selection, pricing, and coverage analysis.
• Cultivate and maintain broker relationships to generate new business opportunities.
• Market products through broker meetings, industry events, and networking activities.
• Independently evaluate and underwrite complex risks by reviewing submissions and pricing appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and procedures.
• Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, Legal, and Product teams to support pricing and trends.
• Monitor industry developments and cyber trends to enhance underwriting strategies.
• Provide underwriting analysis, production updates, and portfolio metrics to senior management.

Skills

Cyber liability underwriting

Broker relationships

Writing & communication

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Willingness to travel

Onsite 4 days/week

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Westfield Specialty seeks an experienced Cyber Liability/Tech E&O underwriter in Chicago. You will build a profitable portfolio, manage key broker relationships, and market our cyber products.

The role emphasizes disciplined risk selection, pricing, and collaboration with actuarial and claims teams. Travel may be required; onsite work pattern is expected. A Bachelor's degree is mandatory and prior broker-facing experience is valued.