Hybrid Professional Liability Underwriter — Misc/Construction

Swiss Re; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is seeking a Professional Liability Underwriter on the Miscellaneous and Construction PI team to shape a profitable portfolio of professional liability risks. You will analyze risks, negotiate terms, and build trusted broker relationships to drive sustainable growth.

The role emphasizes market engagement, collaboration with claims and actuarial teams, and delivering well-reasoned underwriting decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Professional Liability underwriting experience, with a strong track record of sound risk selection and portfolio management
• Demonstrated expertise in underwriting Miscellaneous Professional Liability and/or Construction Professional Liability risks
• Established broker network within the professional liability insurance marketplace, with a proven ability to develop and grow profitable broker relationships
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to assess complex risk exposures, evaluate pricing adequacy, and structure coverage solutions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate underwriting positions and build trust with internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of Miscellaneous and Construction Professional Liability risks with a focus on profitability and portfolio quality
• Develop and nurture strong, lasting relationships with retail and wholesale broker partners to generate a consistent flow of quality submissions
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities that align with Swiss Re's underwriting strategy and appetite
• Analyze risk exposures, pricing adequacy, coverage structures, and policy terms to deliver well-reasoned underwriting decisions
• Negotiate terms and conditions with brokers and clients while maintaining sound underwriting discipline and risk selection standards
• Collaborate closely with claims, actuarial, and underwriting colleagues to monitor and support overall portfolio performance
• Monitor market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging developments within the professional liability landscape
• Represent Swiss Re Corporate Solutions in the marketplace through broker meetings, industry events, and client engagement activities

Skills

Professional Liability underwriting

Broker relations

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Portfolio management

Job description

Swiss Re Corporate Solutions is seeking a Professional Liability Underwriter on the Miscellaneous and Construction PI team to shape a profitable portfolio of professional liability risks. You will analyze risks, negotiate terms, and build trusted broker relationships to drive sustainable growth.

The role emphasizes market engagement, collaboration with claims and actuarial teams, and delivering well-reasoned underwriting decisions in a fast-paced environment.