Senior Ocean Marine Underwriter

Markel; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Markel Group is seeking an experienced Ocean Marine Underwriter in Houston, TX, responsible for underwriting new business and renewals profitably within guidelines. Role includes handling larger, complex accounts, using underwriting tools, and mentoring less experienced underwriters.

The candidate will manage renewals, communicate with regional managers, and participate in audits while promoting Markel products. Travel up to 25% may be required; US work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of current experience underwriting profitable ocean marine business.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and skilled presentation aptitude.
• Microsoft Office skills to include MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Flexible to travel up to 25% travel when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, accept, and decline Ocean Marine risks to ensure profitability for Markel.
• Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit.
• Manage the existing renewal book and implement corrective measures, as needed, to meet profitability expectations.
• Communicate with regional managers and national product line leaders on individual accounts, current and proposed producers, and make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate.
• Participate in audits and/or underwriting meetings as required.
• Build and maintain quality relationships with key producers
• Cross-sell opportunities with other Markel divisions through the promotion of Markel’s products and services.
• Review forms and pricing of competitors and be able to effectively market the Markel product within the competitive landscape

Skills

Ocean Marine underwriting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Markel Group is seeking an experienced Ocean Marine Underwriter in Houston, TX, responsible for underwriting new business and renewals profitably within guidelines. Role includes handling larger, complex accounts, using underwriting tools, and mentoring less experienced underwriters.

The candidate will manage renewals, communicate with regional managers, and participate in audits while promoting Markel products. Travel up to 25% may be required; US work authorization is required.