Executive Underwriter - Energy JN -082026-179550

Goodwin Recruiting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Medical coverage

HRA

Telemedicine

Wellness program

EAP

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Pet insurance

Transit benefits

Parking

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting seeks an experienced Executive Underwriter in New York to help build a growing energy franchise. This role offers hybrid work (two days in the office) within a globally backed organization.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in energy underwriting, strong broker relationships in the New York metro, and a track record of managing complex renewable and traditional energy risks while driving profitable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or similar certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience focused on energy risks.
• Willingness to travel for client and broker meetings.
• Experience with global insurance programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex energy accounts, including renewable and traditional energy risks.
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth.
• Analyze risk exposures and determine coverage needs for tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with global underwriting teams and internal stakeholders on large accounts.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to underwriting strategies and product offerings.

Skills

Energy underwriting

Broker relationship management

Risk analysis

Communication skills

Negotiation

Global underwriting practices

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPCU or equivalent certification

Job description

If you're an experienced Energy Underwriter looking for the opportunity to help build a growing business without taking on startup-level risk, this could be the role you've been waiting for.

Our client is seeking an Executive Underwriter for their New York office to help expand their U.S. energy business. Backed by a well-established global organization, the role offers outstanding growth potential, a collaborative team, and a hybrid schedule (two days per week in the office).

If you have strong broker relationships throughout the New York metropolitan area and more than 10 years of energy underwriting experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex energy accounts, including both renewable and traditional energy risks.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth within the energy segment.
• Analyze and evaluate risk exposures and coverage needs to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
• Collaborate with global underwriting teams and internal stakeholders on large or specialized accounts.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to the development of underwriting strategies and product offerings.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Deep technical expertise in energy underwriting, encompassing oil & gas, power generation, and renewable energy sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with brokers and clients at a senior level.
• Familiarity with global insurance programs and multinational underwriting practices.

Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or other relevant industry certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on energy risks.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client and broker meetings.
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Experience working within a global insurance framework is a plus.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $170,000-$200,000 plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience, education, and location.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Sick Leave
• Medical
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Telemedicine
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dental
• Vision
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Transit and Parking benefits