Underwriter - Financial Institutions

starrcompanies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr seeks an underwriter in New York to evaluate and underwrite D&O, EPL, FID, E&O, and Crime & Fidelity lines. You will analyze documentation, present terms, and work with brokers to grow a profitable portfolio.

The role requires 1–3+ years in underwriting, strong communication, and proficiency with underwriting platforms and Microsoft Office. Starr values collaboration and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, or related field.
• 1–3+ years of direct underwriting experience, preferably in financial institutions or financial lines.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, evaluate, and underwrite new and renewal D&O, EPL, FID, E&O, and Crime & Fidelity property business from a diverse range of retail production sources.
• Analyze submitted documentation in accordance with underwriting standards; request information when necessary.
• Within authority, prepare and present quotation terms and conditions to brokers and clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal partners to drive portfolio growth.
• For risks outside authority, create written referrals and submit with recommendations for approval.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, or related field

Tools

Underwriting platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Solicit, evaluate, and underwrite new and renewal D&O,EPL,FID, E&O, and Crime & Fidelity property business from a diverse range of retail production sources.
• Analyze submitted documentation in accordance with company underwriting standards and guidelines; request additional information when necessary.
• Within assigned underwriting authority, prepare and present quotation terms and conditions to brokers and clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal business partners to drive profitable portfolio growth.
• For risks outside authority, create written referrals and submit with recommendations to appropriate approval authority.
• Maintain comprehensive file documentation as per company procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, or related field.
• 1-3+ years of direct underwriting experience, preferably in financial institutions or financial lines
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team and with external partners.
• Interest in ongoing professional growth and consideration for future management opportunities.
• Proficiency in relevant underwriting platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.

Estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000.

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.