Senior Underwriter - Programs

Coverys, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 94,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Underwriter to manage professional liability programs. This role offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and project management expertise in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for evaluating risks, adhering to guidelines, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners. With a focus on profitability management and portfolio oversight, you'll play a key role in shaping the underwriting strategies. If you thrive in a multifaceted role and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, this position is perfect for you, offering a chance to make a significant impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in underwriting or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate risks and determine coverage, pricing, and terms.
• Collaborate with teams on underwriting and portfolio management.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Risk Evaluation

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Underwriter - Programs

Senior Underwriter - Programs

Apply locations: New York City, Boston, Remote, Omaha, East Lansing

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R25-713

The Senior Program Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting and profitability management on professional liability programs. This role involves collaborating with internal teams and program administrators to ensure efficient and effective underwriting and portfolio management. The Senior Program Underwriter will leverage their strong primary underwriting experiences, analytical skills and deep knowledge of professional liability lines. The ideal candidate must have strong project management skills and enjoy a multifaceted and exciting work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Risk evaluation: Evaluate submissions to determine acceptability of risks in accordance with company guidelines and standards. Determine proper coverage, pricing, limits and terms based on exposure. Operate as a subject matter expert for the team.

• Guideline adherence: Understand and follow the applicable underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures to maintain consistency and adherence to industry regulations. Operate within assigned letter of underwriting authority.

• External communication: Interact with customers, agents, and brokers to gather necessary information and to clarify underwriting requirements. Negotiate policy terms.

• Data analysis: Utilize analytical tools to evaluate exposure and understand the driver of claims.

• Collaboration: Drive a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding insureds’ risks. Collaborate with other underwriters and team members to gain a comprehensive understanding of the exposure and best means to provide coverage.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records of underwriting decisions and communication with both internal and external parties. Responsible for documenting the underwriting process and decisions of assigned policies.

• Policy language: Must remain aware of market-standard policy terms. Explain language and intent of coverage to a wide audience.

• Portfolio Management: Maintain sight of the strength of assigned portfolio. Provide information and feedback on territorial or market trends to management. Support segment leadership in the development of the underwriting appetite.

• Marketing: Conduct stewardship meetings and lead marketing activities. Establish and monitor the production pipeline of new business. Participate in industry conferences.

Education, Requirements & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred.

• Six to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Have completed or willingness to complete requirements of the CPCU or RPLU designation is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, underwriting guidelines and manuals, bylaws, financials, articles of organization, loss runs, Joint Commission reports and other industry reports.

• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs.

• Comfortable and effective in presenting information and responding to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the year.

Base salary range is $94,350 - $127,650. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors that are unique to each candidate including location, skill set, experience, qualifications and education.

If you're a caring and customer focused individual who enjoys working with passionate team members, Coverys is the right company for you!