Senior Underwriter

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility. Position Summary: The Senior Underwriter, P&C Programs plays a key role in driving the profitability, growth, and underwriting excellence of Arch's Programs business. Partnering closely with Program Managers and underwriting leadership, this individual will evaluate complex risks, guide underwriting strategy, and deliver data-driven recommendations that enhance portfolio performance. The ideal candidate combines strong technical underwriting expertise with strategic thinking, sound judgment, and the resilience to navigate complex challenges while driving profitable growth. This will be a hybrid position in Harford, CT with up to 15% travel for Program Administrator visits, industry events, internal meetings, and professional development opportunities. Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Underwrite and manage referrals for assigned programs, ensuring alignment with underwriting guidelines, risk appetite, and business objectives. Exercise sound underwriting judgment within delegated authority and recommend enhancements to authority, pricing, coverage, and underwriting strategies where appropriate. Analyze program performance, claims activity, referral trends, and market intelligence to identify opportunities for profitable growth and improved results. Partner with Program Managers on portfolio management, annual planning, and performance monitoring to ensure programs remain aligned with strategic goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Property, Ceded Reinsurance, Corporate Underwriting, Actuarial, Product, and Compliance. Conduct and support underwriting audits of assigned programs and participate in peer reviews as needed. Represent the Programs division with internal and external stakeholders on underwriting matters and strategic initiatives. Lead or contribute to projects that enhance underwriting performance, operational effectiveness, and business results. Required Skills and Abilities: Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting experience; 5+ years preferred. Strong technical underwriting, analytical, and risk assessment skills. Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions, solve complex problems, and influence outcomes. Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills. Resilience and adaptability, with the ability to remain effective under pressure, embrace change, and consistently deliver results in a complex and evolving environment. Strategic mindset with a commitment to achieving underwriting and portfolio objectives. #LI-Hybrid

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible. For Hartford, CT: $100,000 - $122,200/year Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future. Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits. Do you like solving complex business problems, working with talented colleagues and have an innovative mindset? Arch may be a great fit for you. If this job isn’t the right fit but you’re interested in working for Arch, create a job alert! Simply create an account and opt in to receive emails when we have job openings that meet your criteria. Join our talent community to share your preferences directly with Arch’s Talent Acquisition team. 14400 Arch Insurance Group Inc. #J-18808-Ljbffr archgroup