Underwriter, Property

Starr; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A global leader in commercial insurance is seeking a Property Underwriter in Atlanta, Georgia. The successful candidate will be tasked with evaluating and pricing complex property risks while ensuring the profitability of their portfolio. Key responsibilities include negotiating terms with brokers, developing strong client relationships, and monitoring portfolio performance. Applicants should have proven underwriting experience, strong analytical skills, and hold a relevant degree. The position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a property underwriter, preferably in technical or complex property lines.
• Deep technical understanding of property coverage, risk assessment, and pricing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with underwriting software.
• Professional qualifications such as ACII or CPCU are desirable.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze new and renewal submissions for complex property risks.
• Determine terms, conditions, and pricing for property insurance solutions.
• Negotiate coverage terms and conditions with brokers and clients.
• Negotiate coverage terms with brokers and clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, and internal teams.
• Monitor portfolio performance and suggest underwriting or pricing actions.
• Stay current with property market developments and share knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in projects to improve underwriting processes, systems, and products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Organizational skills

Risk assessment

Pricing methodologies

Decision-making

Interpersonal abilities

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in insurance, business, engineering or related field

Professional qualifications such as ACII, CPCU or equivalent

Tools

Underwriting and risk management software

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.

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Property Underwriter to join our Technical Property team. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating, pricing, and managing a portfolio of complex property risks, ensuring profitability, and maintaining Starr’s reputation for technical excellence and superior client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze new and renewal submissions for complex property risks across a range of industry sectors.
• Assess technical information including construction details, property protection, occupancy characteristics, loss history, and exposure to natural catastrophes.
• Determine terms, conditions, and pricing for property insurance solutions in accordance with Starr’s underwriting guidelines and appetite.
• Negotiate coverage terms and conditions with brokers and clients, balancing commercial requirements and risk selection.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with brokers, clients, and internal team members.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identifying trends and recommending underwriting or pricing actions as necessary.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in the property insurance market and support the team’s continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure all underwritten business is compliant with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in projects and initiatives to improve underwriting processes, systems, and product offerings.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a property underwriter, preferably within technical or complex property lines (industrial, manufacturing, energy, large commercial, or similar sectors).
• Deep technical understanding of property coverage, risk assessment, and pricing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret complex risk information.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within deadlines.
• Proficiency with underwriting and risk management software platforms.
• Professional qualifications such as ACII, CPCU, or equivalent (desirable).
• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, business, engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to be part of a dynamic, growing, and technically skilled team.
• Diverse and challenging portfolio of property risks.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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.