Underwriter, Construction Professional

The Hartford; Alpharetta, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford in Alpharetta, GA is looking for an Underwriter (UW08CB) with 3+ years in construction liability underwriting to underwrite and market CPPI/OPPI, working with a team of underwriters and leaders to drive sound decisions.

In this hybrid role, you will collaborate to underwrite and service accounts, grow relationships with brokers, and implement sales activities while staying aligned with Hartford Construction’s appetite.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in commercial insurance underwriting, preferably construction liability or related lines.
• Bachelor's degree required; strong relationship-building with partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; analytical thinker.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and market specialty construction professional and environmental liability coverages.
• Underwrite and service accounts; identify brokers and agents; implement sales activities.
• Collaborate with team and leaders to align with Hartford Construction appetite and strategy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Entrepreneurial spirit

Travel ability

Licensed driver

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Underwriter - UW08CB

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they’ve always been done isn’t a part of the job. Here, you’ll be putting your creative insights to work with other underwriters and leaders, having a seat at the table with key decision makers. And you’ll have any number of opportunities for your career to grow in whatever direction you choose. This position will join a growing team of construction insurance professionals responsible for underwriting and marketing of specialty construction professional liability and environmental liability insurance coverages, including Contractor’s Professional Protective Indemnity (CPPI) and Owners Professional Protective Indemnity (OPPI) insurance. Working in a team environment and under the supervision of experienced underwriters, this position will collaborate to underwrite and service accounts, identify key construction agents/brokers, implement sales and marketing activities, and demonstrate a strong customer focus and understanding of Hartford Construction’s appetite and strategy.

Qualifications:

• 3 + years of relevant commercial insurance experience preferably in Construction Professional Liability underwriting, Environmental Liability underwriting, or Construction Casualty underwriting experience and a Bachelor's degree.
• Success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with internal and external business partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations, and propose solutions.
• High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills.
• Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win.
• Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 20%.
• Valid driver’s license as a company pool car may be provided for territory travel.

This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $78,400 - $117,600

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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