Underwriter, Executive Risks, SBS

SCOR; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,410 - 159,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental

401(k) Plan with match

Retirement program

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Volunteer time

Learning & development resources

Wellness tools

Gym memberships

Job summary

SCOR is seeking a self-starter professional to join the Executive Risks team in New York, focusing on the Directors & Officers Liability single risk strategy. This role involves underwriting, relationship management, and policy form development to help achieve profitability and growth within the SCOR Business Solutions Americas division.

Hybrid work posture is in place, with three days in the office and two days remote.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university.
• Insurance designations (RPLU) desired but not required.
• 2–5 years of successful underwriting of Directors & Officers Liability and related lines.

Responsibilities

• Execute the single risk D&O strategy.
• Meet profitability, expense, and premium targets for the line of business.
• Assist in growing and refining underwriting methodology for D&O and related lines.

Skills

Underwriting D&O

Relationship management

Project management

Communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Seeking a self‑starter, highly motivated, qualified professional with a strong work ethic that will be responsible for working with the Executive Risks team on executing the Directors and Officer Liability single risk strategy for SCOR Business Solutions. Candidates should possess a broad skillset to contribute and lead in a variety of disciplines including underwriting, relationship management, and policy forms. Must be team player and have effective communication and project management skills to work with all the internal stakeholders (claims, actuarial, legal, Underwriting Management, Group Risk Management and Senior Management) that have a vested interest in this highly visible initiative.

Responsibilities

• Successfully execute the single risk D&O strategy
• Achieve and exceed the financial targets (profitability, expense, premium) for this line of business while also making a positive contribution to the SCOR Business Solutions Americas results.
• Assist the Executive Risks team in growing and refining the underwriting methodology for D&O and related product lines.
• Contribute to long‑term growth strategy including development of new policy forms.
• Operate within delegated authority levels on assignment of higher technical complexity and coordination.
• Develop relationships with distribution partners throughout the Americas and proactively work with them to seek new business opportunities on targeted companies.
• Collaborate with other SCOR Specialty underwriters in the Americas to provide comprehensive "all lines" whole account solutions where possible.
• Proactively manage your accounts and make any necessary adjustments in the industry mix, attachment points and limits to ensure a long term, profitable book of business.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors (brokers) in support of business retention and acquisition.
• Keep abreast of legal, regulatory and industry trends that may impact this line of business.
• Travel – 20% of time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a reputable University
• Insurance Industry designations (RPLU, etc.) desired but not required
• 2 to 5 years of successful underwriting of Directors & Officers Liability and related lines of business
• Preferred experience focused on Commercial Institutions
• Strong relationship with distribution partners throughout the USA
• Accountability, team‑oriented, strong business acumen, communication skills (oral & written), self‑starter, flexibility, time management, strong ethics.
• As the business grows, willingness to develop the competency skills needed to become a team leader

You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. If you bring broad expertise and alignment to the role and resonate with our core values, we encourage you to apply.

Relocation assistance within the U.S. is available for this position. Candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Hybrid Work Policy:

SCOR is committed to an “in‑office” culture where people can collaborate, exchange ideas, and establish stronger working relationships while providing flexibility. To support employee work‑life balance and increase opportunities for employees to excel every day, SCOR operates with a hybrid working arrangement. SCOR employees work 3 days per week in an office with the flexibility to work 2 days per week remotely.

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) Plan with a competitive match
• Company‑funded Defined Contribution Retirement Program
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long‑ and Short‑Term Disability
• Flexible Parental Leave
• Unlimited Sick Days
• Volunteer Time
• Summer Fridays
• Learning & Development Resources
• Personal Wellness Tools and Rewards
• Competitively priced gym memberships from a large nationwide network of gym brands and local fitness studios
• And More!

Pay Range for roles performed in NY: $130,410-$159,390 base salary per year. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including location, experience, role and performance. The range listed is just one component of SCOR's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long‑term incentives. In addition, we provide a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, a retirement saving plan, paid holidays and paid time off.

• Locations 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY, 10005, US

About Us

As a leading global reinsurer, SCOR offers its clients a diversified and innovative range of reinsurance and insurance solutions and services to control and manage risk. Applying “The Art & Science of Risk,” SCOR uses its industry‑recognized expertise and cutting‑edge financial solutions to serve its clients and contribute to the welfare and resilience of society in around 160 countries worldwide.

SCOR supports inclusion and the diversity of talents, and all positions are open to people with disabilities.