Senior Underwriter, Exec Product Group (D&O/EPL) – Hybrid

RLI Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plans

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) with company match

PTO & Holidays

Hybrid work arrangements

Health & wellness benefits

Job summary

RLI Corp is seeking a Senior Underwriter for the Executive Product Group (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary) with responsibilities to own and grow a profitable Management Liability portfolio. The role emphasizes disciplined underwriting, broker relationship management, and delivering high-quality files within authority.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience in Management Liability, strong analytical skills, and a track record of profitable book management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably in Management Liability.
• Demonstrated success managing a profitable book and building strong broker relationships.
• RPLU designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, quote, bind, and manage new and renewal Management Liability submissions within underwriting authority.
• Build trusted relationships with Wholesale Brokers through responsive communication, consistent follow‑through, and thoughtful underwriting decisions.
• Exercise strong underwriting judgment by evaluating financial, operational, legal, and management exposures to determine acceptable risks.
• Produce accurate, well-documented underwriting files, pricing rationale, and policy documentation requiring minimal rework.
• Effectively prioritize new business, renewals, and operational responsibilities while meeting service standards and internal deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal partners to support profitable growth and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Sound underwriting judgment

Management Liability knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Accountability & independent decision‑

Continuous learning

Broker relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

RLI Corp is seeking a Senior Underwriter for the Executive Product Group (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary) with responsibilities to own and grow a profitable Management Liability portfolio. The role emphasizes disciplined underwriting, broker relationship management, and delivering high-quality files within authority.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience in Management Liability, strong analytical skills, and a track record of profitable book management.