Senior Public Entity Underwriter — Growth & Relationships

Munich Reinsurance America, Inc; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 138,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Paid time off (PTO) 24 days

Job summary

Munich Re Specialty - North America is seeking a Public Entity Underwriter to join our Municipality and Transit team. You will underwrite complex accounts, build strong client relationships, and drive growth within our Public Entity Risk Solutions division.

The role requires deep underwriting expertise, 7+ years in insurance or related markets, and strong communication. We offer a competitive base salary, bonus potential, and a broad benefits package in a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced underwriter with deep industry knowledge.
• 7+ years of experience in insurance, broker community, underwriting and/ or corporate risk market.
• Relationship selling skills.
• Creativity and flexibility.
• Effective Time Management and organizational skills.
• Superior communication skills, written and verbal.
• Excellent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite in accordance with division guidelines and philosophy.
• Develop and maintain strong, professional relationships with appropriate contacts at existing and prospective client and production sources.
• Respond to and find solutions to client business needs with underwriter(s) and management distinguishing MRSNA's business and products from competitors.
• Assist management in the development of new or potential business clients.
• Become proficient in the handling of larger, more complex accounts.
• Research and communicate to personnel matters relating to Public Entity Risk Solutions (PERS) issues.
• Exhibit a high degree of market awareness and provide consistent input to management on market activities.
• Possess a clear understanding of our underwriting and pricing guidelines to ensure appropriate risk-reward decision-making.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all tools and models used in the underwriting process.
• Maintain compliance with Corporate and Divisional underwriting guidelines.
• Be a team player in support of all PERS and MRSNA objectives.

Skills

Underwriting experience

7+ years experience

Relationship selling

Creativity

Time management

Communication skills

Computer skills

Job description

Munich Re Specialty - North America is seeking a Public Entity Underwriter to join our Municipality and Transit team. You will underwrite complex accounts, build strong client relationships, and drive growth within our Public Entity Risk Solutions division.

The role requires deep underwriting expertise, 7+ years in insurance or related markets, and strong communication. We offer a competitive base salary, bonus potential, and a broad benefits package in a collaborative, inclusive environment.