Underwriter, Energy

Starr Indemnity & Liability Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Insurance Companies is seeking an experienced Underwriter to join our Energy Casualty team with a focus on expanding our Southeast market. You will underwrite casualty lines, analyze risks, and develop tailored coverage terms for energy clients.

The role requires strong communication, relationship-building skills, and proficiency with underwriting systems to support growth and profitability across the Southeast region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced degrees or professional designations (e.g., CPCU, ARM) are a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience underwriting casualty lines of coverage (Worker’s Compensation, General Liability, Commercial Auto, Excess Liability).
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills; ability to assess complex risks and develop tailored solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a profitable Energy Casualty portfolio with strategic growth.
• Cultivate relationships with Southeast producers to drive new business opportunities.
• Conduct underwriting analysis to assess risks and determine coverage terms.
• Prepare and issue indications, quotations, and binders.
• Monitor the new business pipeline with timely follow-ups and conversions.
• Solicit submissions from brokers and clients to grow business.
• Provide excellent service and address client inquiries promptly.

Skills

Underwriting

Relationship building

Analytical thinking

Communication

Proficiency in underwriting software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Professional designations (CPCU/ARM) a plus

Tools

Underwriting software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world. Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Underwriter to join our Energy Casualty team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding Starr Insurance's reach throughout the Southeast, with a specific emphasis on Southeast producers. This role requires a deep understanding of casualty lines of coverage and a strong background in energy underwriting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a profitable Energy Casualty portfolio, focusing on strategic growth and market penetration.
• Cultivate relationships with key Southeast producers to drive new business opportunities and strengthen existing partnerships.
• Conduct thorough underwriting analysis to assess risks and determine appropriate coverage terms.
• Prepare and issue indications, quotations, and binders with precision and attention to detail.
• Monitor and manage the new business pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and conversions.
• Actively solicit submissions from brokers and clients, demonstrating a proactive approach to business development.
• Provide exceptional service and support to clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions to inform underwriting decisions.
• Contribute to the development of underwriting guidelines and strategies to enhance the competitiveness of our Energy Casualty offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced degrees or professional designations (e.g., CPCU, ARM) are a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience underwriting casualty lines of coverage, including Worker’s Compensation, General Liability, Commercial Auto, and Excess Liability.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and develop tailored solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and brokers.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in underwriting software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

#LI-SB1 Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

Starr is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce.

https://starr.com/About/Careers