Senior Underwriter, Small Commercial Lines Partnerships

The Liberty Mutual Foundation; Cleveland (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading insurance company as an Underwriter in National Partnerships, where you will manage diverse accounts, assess risks, and collaborate with agents. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience.
• Experience with multi-line insurance products.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts and assess risks in property casualty insurance.
• Collaborate with agents and brokers to negotiate deals.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Territory management

Relationship building

Technology integration

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Chartered Property Casual Underwriter

Job description

The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description

There are 2 openings and at least one candidate is preferred to live and work remotely in the Mountain or Pacific Time Zone.

This is a ranged posting. Level offered will be based on candidate experience at manager discretion.

Great underwriters know how to balance data analytics with human intuition. If you like both quantitative and qualitative reasoning, enjoy the challenge and autonomy of managing your own accounts—at a company that offers competitive compensation and benefits, then consider joining the underwriting department at Liberty Mutual. As an Underwriter in National Partnerships in property casualty insurance, you’ll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks, determine premiums, set conditions and negotiate deals that maximize profitability and meet business goals.

We have Underwriter openings on our dynamic Small Commercial National Partnerships Team where you can play a vital role in driving the growth and profitability of our Alternative Distribution partners. You'll collaborate with a nationwide team, making a meaningful impact across multiple states. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team and contribute to innovative solutions in this space.

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you’re a:

• Strategic Account Manager: As part of your portfolio strategy, you’ll ensure a profitable book of Property and Casualty insurance by writing new accounts typically with premiums of $100,000 and below, and growing successful agent and broker relationships and pursuing renewals
• Problem solver: You’ll crunch the numbers and review the data to determine risk selection, premiums, policies and conditions, as well as identify opportunities for improved growth, profit and diversification
• Clear communicator: You’ll maintain and nurture successful relationships with agents and brokers, while presenting proposals, negotiating deals and obtaining approvals
• Collaborative teammate: Contributing to overall team success, you’ll mentor underwriters in both a technical and professional capacity—sharing best practices and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
• Conscientious professional: Understanding that the deal isn’t done until the paperwork is complete, you’ll document account reviews, state-compliant sign-offs and referrals, letters of authority and follow underwriting guidelines

Qualifications

Experience

• 3-5+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience
• Experience with multi-line insurance products
• Countrywide experience preferred, but not required

Skills

• Analytical, problem-solving capabilities
• Strong territory management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• An aptitude for building rewarding relationships with agents and brokers, peer underwriters, underwriting assistants, and junior underwriters
• Understand and incorporate technology into the underwriting quote and risk selection process and support continued opportunity to expand and improve API capabilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge

• Command of insurance finance and actuarial concepts
• Thorough knowledge of commercial insurance products, underwriting, risk selection, pricing and marketplaces, as well as regulatory issues in relevant territories
• Understanding of contract language, including regulatory and policy differences among applicable states
• Familiarity with continuous improvement processes and tools

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Chartered Property Casual Underwriter or other professional insurance designation preferred

About Us

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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