Executive Underwriter or Senior Underwriter, Financial Institutions

The Hartford; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Underwriter or Senior Underwriter to join their Financial Lines team. This role focuses on underwriting and managing professional liability products for financial institutions. With a commitment to customer service and a collaborative environment, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic setting. The company offers a hybrid work arrangement, ensuring a balance between professional and personal life. If you're looking to make a significant impact in the insurance sector, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and pursuing new business for financial institutions.
• Servicing brokerage partners and focusing on liability products.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Analytical and decision-making skills

Collaborative team spirit

Financial acumen

Relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Executive Underwriter or Senior Underwriter, Financial Institutions

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Position Details

Roles available: Executive Underwriter - UW07ED, Senior Underwriter - UW08EA.

About Us

We’re committed to making a difference and pride ourselves on being an insurance company that goes beyond policies. Working here offers opportunities to achieve your goals and help others do the same. Join us as we shape the future of insurance, focusing on protecting what matters most for our clients.

Role Overview

As a key member of the Financial Lines team, your primary responsibilities will include underwriting and pursuing new business, servicing brokerage partners, and focusing on management and professional liability products for financial institutions, including directors & officers liability, E&O, fiduciary, and employment practices liability.

Ideal Candidate

• Customer-first mindset
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Collaborative team spirit
• Financial acumen
• Ownership and follow-through
• Adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Relationship-building skills
• Career growth into technical or leadership roles

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience (preferred)
• 3+ years management liability underwriting experience for Senior Underwriter; financial institutions experience preferred
• 5+ years management liability underwriting for Executive Underwriter; financial institutions experience preferred
• Proven relationship management skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Self-motivated with entrepreneurial spirit
• Strong organizational skills
• Goal-oriented with results delivery
• Willingness to travel 10-15%

Location and Compensation

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement in select locations (e.g., Chicago, LA, Dallas, etc.), working three days a week onsite. The annual base salary ranges from $101,200 to $192,000, with additional bonuses and incentives based on performance and experience.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Full-time position
• Job function: Finance and Sales