Underwriter Cyber

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with company match

Volunteer days

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Ladders is seeking an Underwriter Cyber to evaluate cyber risk, build profitable portfolios, and support new and renewal business in a fast-paced specialty insurance environment. You will collaborate with producers to gather information, structure coverage, and deliver timely underwriting decisions that align with guidelines.

The role emphasizes market trend analysis and sharing insights to strengthen risk selection and growth; remote US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, or related field required/preferred.
• CPCU or AU certifications are advantageous for career progression.
• 0–5 years of underwriting experience.
• Solid understanding of underwriting principles and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Curate a profitable portfolio in line with underwriting guidelines.
• Evaluate and classify risks to establish coverage standards.
• Achieve premium income goals for new and renewal business.
• Foster relationships with producers and gather information for quoting and binding.
• Generate and manage underwriting correspondence.
• Stay updated on market dynamics and communicate insights to the team.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in risk management/finance

CPCU/AU certification advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Underwriter Cyber to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will focus on evaluating cyber risk, building a profitable portfolio, and supporting new and renewal business in a fast-moving specialty insurance environment. You will work closely with producers to gather information, structure coverage, and deliver timely underwriting decisions that align with established guidelines. The position also involves tracking market trends and sharing insights that help strengthen the team's approach to risk selection and growth.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Curate a profitable business portfolio in accordance with underwriting guidelines
• Evaluate and classify risks to establish coverage standards
• Achieve premium income goals for new and renewal business
• Foster relationships with assigned producers
• Gather necessary information for quoting and binding accounts
• Generate and manage underwriting correspondence
• Stay updated on market dynamics and communicate intelligence to the team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, or a related field preferred
• Professional certifications such as CPCU or AU are advantageous
• 0-5 years of underwriting experience
• Solid understanding of underwriting principles and risk assessment
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid volunteer days
• A supportive environment for new ideas
• Opportunities for professional growth and community impact

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.