Executive Underwriter or Senior Underwriter, Financial Institutions

The Hartford; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 101,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join their dynamic Financial Lines team. This role emphasizes a customer-first mindset, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build relationships with brokerage partners. You'll be responsible for underwriting and pursuing new business while collaborating within a supportive team environment. With opportunities for career growth and a hybrid work arrangement, this position offers a unique chance to make an impact in the insurance sector. If you're driven by results and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management liability underwriting experience preferred.
• 5+ years of management liability underwriting for Executive Underwriter.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and pursue new business for financial institutions.
• Service brokerage partners on an account-by-account basis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Relationship Building

Sales and Marketing Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Executive Underwriter - UW07ED Senior Underwriter - UW08EA

We’re committed to making a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having opportunities to achieve your goals and help others do the same. Join our team as we shape the future.

We help people achieve great things by protecting what matters most. You can contribute by joining our underwriters, who are central to our success. Our team is known for providing customers with tailored coverage to pursue their unique interests.

Your career in Financial Lines at The Hartford involves collaboration, inclusivity, and innovative thinking. We value fresh ideas and encourage you to work alongside underwriters and leaders, with opportunities for career growth in various directions.

As a professional in Financial Lines, your primary role will be to underwrite and actively pursue new business, servicing brokerage partners on an account-by-account basis. The Senior Underwriter/Executive Underwriter will be a key member of Hartford Financial Lines' local region, reporting to an underwriting director on the Financial Institutions Underwriting Team. This team focuses on management and professional liability products for financial institutions, including directors & officers liability, errors & omissions, fiduciary, and employment practices liability.

We’re looking for someone with:

• A customer-first mindset, prioritizing client needs.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for decision-making.

• Team spirit and collaborative attitude.

• A financial mindset for sound decision-making.

• Ownership and follow-through on commitments.

• The ability to adapt within a dynamic business environment.

• Relationship-building skills to foster trust across diverse groups.

• Career growth aspirations into technical or leadership roles.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of management liability underwriting experience for Senior Underwriter; financial institutions experience preferred.

• 5+ years of management liability underwriting for Executive Underwriter; financial institutions experience preferred.

• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with partners.

• Self-motivated with sales and marketing skills for field distribution.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• High energy, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit.

• Effective time and organizational management skills.

• Goal-oriented with a focus on outcomes.

• Willingness to challenge the status quo and compete.

• Technical expertise and sound decision-making skills.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10-15%.

Location:

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with in-office presence three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday) at one of the listed locations: Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; Brea, CA; San Francisco, CA; Walnut Creek, CA; Greenwood Village, CO; Frisco, TX; Bloomington, MN.

Compensation:

The annual base pay range is based on market analysis and may vary depending on experience and performance. The range is $101,200 - $192,000. Total compensation may include bonuses, incentives, and recognition programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.