Vice President, Casualty Underwriter

Relm Insurance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Public Holidays

28 days PTO

Full health coverage

401K with company match

Professional development & mentorship

Wellness stipend

Commuting & travel reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Your voice matters

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Relm Insurance is seeking a Vice President of Casualty Underwriting to lead underwriting of complex Casualty risks and shape the portfolio strategy in the US market. This role blends technical underwriting with strategic leadership, fostering strong broker and client relationships while driving profitable growth.

The successful candidate will combine deep underwriting expertise with commercial acumen and global team leadership to deliver robust results in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ Casualty underwriting and/or broking experience in the US insurance market.
• Strong knowledge of General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Auto Liability, and Umbrella/Excess.
• Proven track record building broker relationships and generating profitable business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic underwriting initiatives.
• Underwrite complex Casualty risks across primary and excess lines.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments using data and market intelligence.
• Apply disciplined underwriting judgment per Relm guidelines.
• Implement risk-management strategies to mitigate exposures.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, and stakeholders.
• Identify and convert profitable new business while retaining existing accounts.
• Collaborate with sales to develop broker/client engagement strategies.
• Provide expert advice addressing clients’ insurance needs.
• Manage and optimize the Casualty portfolio for profitability.
• Monitor portfolio performance and identify trends for adjustments.
• Lead and develop Underwriting Assistants for efficient workflows.
• Contribute to Relm’s underwriting strategy and culture.

Skills

Casualty underwriting

Leadership

Broker relationships

Risk assessment

Policy drafting

Portfolio management

Communication

Market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Relmis the only specialty insurer dedicated to supporting the world’s most innovative industries.

Whetherit’swith startups harnessing zero-gravity conditions on the ISS to manufacture blindness-curing retinas, global crypto exchanges democratizing crypto trading, or biotech pioneers using gene-editing technology to advance personalized medicine,Relmworks lockstep with innovators to understand and underwrite businesses shaping the future.

Relm’steamoperatesout of offices in London, New York, Dubai, Miami, Bermuda, executing market-leading insurance solutions for companiesoperatingin digital assets and web3, AI, the space economy, financial technology, biotech, and more.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Where regular insurers look backwards,Relmdifferentiates by looking ahead. Weoperateat the forefront of innovative industries by hiring curious minds with deep sector experience.To continue helping businesses build the future, we need all of our team members to demonstrate curiosity, creativity, courage, and optimism.We need them to be accountable for ideation but able to execute collaboratively. In short: we hire people whose inquisitive minds help them break ground.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Vice President, Casualty Underwriting willbe responsible forunderwriting complex Casualty risks and contributing to the strategic development of the portfolio.

This is both a technical and production-focused position. The successful candidate will combine strong underwriting judgement with commercial instincts,establishedbrokerrelationshipsand the ability toidentifyprofitable growth opportunities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and implement strategic underwriting initiatives aligned with Relm’s objectives and changing market conditions.

• Underwritecomplex Casualty risks, including General Liability, Workers’ Compensation and Auto Liability.

• Conduct detailed risk assessments using underwriting data, analyticaltoolsand relevant market intelligence.

• Apply disciplined underwriting judgementin accordance withRelm’sguidelines,policiesand procedures.

• Implement effectiverisk-managementstrategies to identify and mitigate potential exposures.

• Build andmaintainstrong relationships with brokers,clientsand other industry stakeholders.

• Identifyand convert profitable new business opportunities while supporting the retention of existing accounts.

• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop effective broker and client engagement strategies.

• Provide expert advice and solutions that address clients’ individual insurance requirements.

• Manage andoptimisethe Casualty portfolio to maintain a balanced and profitable book of business.

• Monitor portfolio performance,identifyemergingtrendsand recommendappropriate adjustments.

• Lead,supportand develop Underwriting Assistants,promotingan efficient workflow and their continued professional development.

• Contribute toRelm’swider underwriting strategy and positively influence the culture of the business.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Minimum of 10 years’ Casualty underwriting and/orbrokingexperience within the US insurance market, withsignificant experienceacross both primary and excess business.

• A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification, in Business, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, Actuarial Science or a related discipline.

• In-depth technical knowledge of US Casualty products andcoverages, including General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Auto Liability and Umbrella/Excess Liability.

• Strong relationships with key US wholesale and retail brokers, supported by a proven record of generating andretainingprofitable business.

• Recognisedas a credible market practitioner and thought leader within the US Casualty insurance sector.

• Experience negotiating,preparingand drafting policy andendorsementwordings.

• Strongportfolio-managementcapabilities, including the ability tomonitorperformance,identifytrendsand implement corrective underwriting actions.

• Exceptionalorganisationaland time-management skills.

• Proven leadership qualities, with the ability to build,motivateand develop a collaborative, high-performing global team.

• A creative problem-solver with strong critical-thinking skills, sound commercialjudgementand an ethical approach to decision-making.

• The ability tooperateeffectively within a fast-paced,dynamicand entrepreneurial environment.

• A confident communicator who can convey complex information clearly and authentically, influence stakeholders and construct persuasive arguments.

WHAT WE OFFER

The annual salary for this role is structured within a range of USD$180,000to USD$220,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

• Paid Public Holidays: Enjoy ten (10) paid public holidays each year, giving you the opportunity to unwind and recharge.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): You’llreceive28days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually, giving you the flexibility to take care of personal matters, vacation, or sick days.

• Full Health Coverage: The company fully covers your medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance to ensure you and your family are well taken care of.

• 401K Program with Company Match: Plan for your future with access to the company’s 401K program, including a 5% company match.

• Professional Development & Mentorship : We invest in your growth through professional development opportunities, training, and mentorship programs, helping youadvance inyour career.

• Wellness Stipend: Take care of yourself with a monthly wellness stipend to support your health and well-being.

• Commuting & Travel Reimbursement: We offer a commuting reimbursement to help with transportation costs, including parking, making your daily commute easier.

• Wellness Benefits: Stay healthy and active with access to gym memberships, exercise classes, and other wellnessperksthat promote a balanced lifestyle.

• Your Voice Matters: Work in an environment where your opinions and ideas are valued and play a crucial role in driving the success of our team.

• Endless Growth Opportunities: Enjoy a multitude of career growth opportunities, ensuring that you have the resources to thrive and advance within the company.

AtRelm, youwon’tjust join a company-you’llbe part of a teamthat’sshapingthe future.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

Diversity and inclusion area givenin this day and age;Relmgoes beyond the norm to provide genuine support for our team members. We believe in equipping our staff with whatever arsenal they need to do their best work (see below), and our commitment to staff growth is often cited by members as one of their most highly valued benefits.

Relmis a team of innovators redefiningwhat’spossible in insurance. With us,you’lllaunch industry-first programs within an environment designed to be antithetical to traditional insurance and the restraints that come with it. Ourforward-thinkingattracts forward thinkers.