Underwriter, Energy Casualty

The Hartford; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Travel within region

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking an Underwriter for Energy Casualty to underwrite complex accounts and actively pursue new business pricing, servicing brokerage partners on an account-by-account basis. The role emphasizes coaching junior underwriters and driving agency management strategies.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in commercial underwriting, energy casualty experience preferred, and a strong ability to build internal and external relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience; exposure to energy casualty preferred
• Experience underwriting energy casualty operations (upstream & midstream oil & gas, renewables) preferred
• Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to think analytically about business problems and propose solutions
• High energy self-starter with resilience and entrepreneurial spirit
• Hybrid work environment; candidate must be located within commuting distance to listed locations and capable of regional travel

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and actively pursue new business pricing, servicing brokerage partners on an account-by-account basis
• Coach and mentor junior underwriters and support staff
• Manage agency relationships, strategy, and renewal accounts
• Maintain a strong sales pipeline and cross-sell/up-sell opportunities
• Provide exceptional service to agents and brokers with Hartford value proposition

Skills

Commercial underwriting

Energy casualty underwriting

Relationship building

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Entrepreneurial spirit

Job description

Executive Underwriter - UW07CD Senior Underwriter - UW08CA

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.

The Hartford's Energy team is growing! This position is being posted in advance of an anticipated new role in 2026

• The title of this role will be flexible depending on the candidate's level of experience.

As an Underwriter for Energy Casualty at The Hartford, your primary role will be to underwrite and actively pursue new business pricing, servicing the needs of our brokerage partners on an account by account basis. You'll analyze the agency book on quarter-to-quarter basis for potential action. In addition, you'll coaches and mentor staff on your team, providing support to junior underwriters.

Agency Management

Typically manages higher volume and/or higher Total Written Premium goal compared to country-wide standard. May or may not act with high levels of Underwriting Authority. Creates, drives and executes on strategies for new and/or renewal accounts (prospective book management, executes on the mix strategy, low strategy, territorial and agency sales plans, etc.) Consults and provides solutions. Effectively provides excellent account management service of assigned division through strategic planning and operational excellence. Ensures the consistent delivery and execution of the Circle of Service process; tailoring a service plan for each client based on needs. Positively impacts and influences final account pricing and terms. Successfully sells the proposal. Responsible for, or influences, retention. Takes lead in communicating strategy to the agency; coordinates communications across the Enterprise; educates others on the strategy. Coaches and mentors others on Agency Management. Trusted advisor to agents and brokers; manages the book of business.

Sales

Establishes and maintains pipeline. Manages cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across team; generates cross-sell opportunities. Manages the sales process including planning, operating routines, and monitoring. Sources opportunities for other team members. Coaches and mentors others on sales practices. Is well versed about every aspect of The Hartford's Value proposition to best position us for success. Is professionally demanding and holds internal and external customers accountable.

Service

Consulting with the agents to answer questions regarding coverage, explaining processes, directing the agents to appropriate resources within the Hartford based on their unique needs. Directs and coordinates identified service issues. Is highly familiar with how service operates. Makes recommendations to service; provides feedback to Service leaders.

You're capable of underwriting highly complex business and will require limited support from senior underwriters and infrequent referral activity to complete quotes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience; Experience underwriting General Liability and Umbrella preferred; candidates with less experience may be considered for an alternate titled position
• Prior experience underwriting energy casualty operations (upstream & midstream oil & gas, renewables, alternative energy and/or mining) preferred
• Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all 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
• The Hartford is proud to offer our teammates a hybrid work environment. Selected candidate must be located in commuting distance to one of the listed locations and have the ability to travel within the assigned region given the broker facing sales nature of this role.

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:

98,800 to 196,800

The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

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