Senior Underwriter - Construction Risk & Growth Leader

Shepherd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Healthcare

Unlimited PTO

Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks

Professional Development

401(k) Plan

Dog-friendly office

Job summary

A leading insurance technology firm is seeking a motivated individual for a commercial underwriting role in New York City. You'll leverage technology and data to make informed underwriting decisions while developing and negotiating terms for new businesses and renewals. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in underwriting, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. This position offers premium healthcare, unlimited PTO, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in commercial underwriting (preferred in construction, casualty, or builder's risk).
• Strong work ethic, self-motivated, ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Exceptional verbal and written interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and negotiate price, coverage, terms, and conditions for new business and renewals.
• Identify target accounts aligned with Shepherd’s underwriting appetite.
• Demonstrate success in marketing and new business development.

Skills

Commercial underwriting experience

Interpersonal skills

Sales and marketing skills

Risk analysis

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading insurance technology firm is seeking a motivated individual for a commercial underwriting role in New York City. You'll leverage technology and data to make informed underwriting decisions while developing and negotiating terms for new businesses and renewals. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in underwriting, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment. This position offers premium healthcare, unlimited PTO, and professional development support.