US Underwriting Management Leader - Small Business

Beazley; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a US Underwriting Management Leader for Small Business in Hartford, Connecticut. This role involves overseeing cyber underwriting management, analyzing performance data, and leading the underwriting team. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, deep expertise in cyber and E&O products, and a strong analytical mindset. Responsibilities also include collaborating with various departments to enhance profitability and ensure effective delivery of the underwriting business plan.

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise across cyber, technology E&O, and MPL products.
• Hands-on underwriting or underwriting management experience.
• Strong communication skills for interaction across various seniority levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting management for Small Business within Cyber Risks.
• Analyse product underwriting performance data to drive profitable growth.
• Support the Head of Global Cyber Digital Risks on implementing SME strategy.

Skills

Excellent communication and influencing skills

Strong analytical capability

Solid understanding of underwriting processes

High proficiency in MS Office

Self-motivated

Job description

Job Title: US Underwriting Management Leader – Small Business

Division: Cyber Risks

Reports To: Head of Underwriting Management, Cyber Risks

Key Relationships: Head of Underwriting Management, Head of Global Cyber Digital Risks; Cyber Risks Leadership; Brokers; Underwriters; Claims; Cyber Services; Actuarial

Job Summary: Underwriting Manager with responsibility for all aspects of cyber underwriting management within our Small Business segment – including cyber, tech E&O, and MPL

Key Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting management for Small Business within Cyber Risks regarding:
  • Underwriter Guidelines
  • Pricing
  • Risk selection tools
  • Training
  • Admitted rate plans
  • Data analytics
  • Digital trading systems
  • Underwriting exposure limits and sublimits
• Analyse product underwriting performance data such as quote/bind/referral/decline rates, and propose adjustments to portfolio management and risk selection to drive profitable growth.
• Work closely with the pricing actuary and Cyber Data Science and Analytics to monitor the portfolio and suggest corrective measures as required to enhance the profitability.
• Liaise with other Beazley central assurance teams – compliance, risk management, and internal audit; to ensure continuity of SME underwriting business plan delivery whilst effectively controlling and reporting enterprise risk.
• Support the Head of Global Cyber Digital Risks on implementing the SME strategy and roadmap.
• Participate in media opportunities and thought leadership/marketing as required.
• Participate in the cross functional team delivery model by contributing to Underwriting process design, digital technology delivery and development of operational support within the division.

Personal Specification

We are seeking an individual with deep technical expertise across cyber, technology E&O, and MPL products, with strong grounding in portfolio management, coverage structures, compliance considerations, and pricing or actuarial approaches. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on underwriting or underwriting management experience, with a comprehensive understanding of underwriting philosophy, policy wording, and risk selection frameworks. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in both manual and digital trading environments and will have experience designing, implementing, or enhancing underwriting processes, systems, and tools. An analytical mindset and the ability to interpret data to inform underwriting, pricing, and system decisions is essential to achieving profitable growth. We are looking for someone who combines commercial judgment with strong financial and operational awareness. Excellent communication skills—written and verbal—are critical, as the role requires regular interaction and influence across a broad range of seniority levels and functional areas. Experience developing, mentoring, or guiding underwriting teams will be valuable, alongside a proven ability to collaborate effectively, embrace change, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Strong analytical capability with high attention to detail
• Solid understanding of underwriting processes and risk selection
• Awareness of legislative, regulatory, and competitive market environments
• Strong business acumen and understanding of how underwriting interacts with other functions
• High proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills
• Ability to prioritise, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Highly accurate and numerate

Knowledge and Experience

• Broad commercial and financial knowledge
• Extensive experience within the insurance industry
• Experience working with clients, brokers, or partners in a service‑focused capacity

Aptitude and Disposition

• Outcome‑focused, proactive, and adaptable
• Professional, credible, and able to build trusted relationships
• Enthusiastic approach to teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration

Competencies

• Integrity
• Team building & working
• Customer focus
• Resilience
• Technical competence/expertise
• Business/financial acumen
• Active listening
• Developing people
• Achievement drive
• Analytical thinking
• Conceptual thinking