Executive Underwriter

Chubb in; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Chubb is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter for its Primary Construction team in Philadelphia. The role involves underwriting and managing a diverse portfolio, evaluating risks, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction underwriting and a commitment to client service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage large, complex construction accounts.
• Evaluate construction risks and determine pricing and coverage.
• Drive growth and develop relationships with brokers and clients.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chubb Primary Construction is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter to join our team in Philadelphia, PA. As a key member of our Primary Construction team, the Executive Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting and managing a diverse portfolio of primary construction accounts across the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Northeast regions. The core lines of business include Workers Compensation, General Liability, and Auto Liability.

The Executive Underwriter will:

1. Underwrite and manage a portfolio of large, complex, loss-sensitive accounts within the construction industry, including annual contractor practice programs, multi-year wrap-ups, and project-specific programs.
2. Evaluate construction risks, analyze exposures, and determine appropriate pricing, program structure, coverage, terms, and conditions for both new and renewal business, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines and company standards.
3. Drive growth and ensure retention of your assigned book of business.
4. Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients.
5. Work closely with internal teams including claims, risk control, actuarial, credit, and other business units to create comprehensive solutions for our clients.
6. Mentor and train junior underwriters, providing guidance and technical expertise.
7. Maintain service standards by responding promptly to broker requests, submitting quotations, binders, policies, endorsements, and ensuring proper file construction and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

About Us

Chubb is a global leader in insurance, operating in 54 countries. We provide a wide range of insurance products including commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse client base. Our company is distinguished by extensive product offerings, broad distribution channels, strong financial stability, underwriting excellence, and superior claims handling.

At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all applicable laws. We provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other employment conditions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against individuals who report such issues.