Senior Underwriter, Risk Management

Risk Selection Reviews, rates, underwrites, evaluates, or assesses the business applying for insurance by qualifying accounts, identifying, selecting and assessing risks, determining the program structure, premium, collateral, policy terms and conditions, obtaining approvals, creating and presenting the proposal to the agent/broker, and successfully negotiating deals. Agent/Broker Relationships Demonstrates a high level of responsiveness and focus on supporting Agents and Brokers objectives. Establishes, develops, and maintains successful relationships with Agents and Brokers to facilitate marketing of products, through responsive service, site visits, in person renewal meetings or enhanced knowledge of their customers' businesses. Develops a strong personal brand to build and maintain a long-term quality pipeline with Agents/Brokers. Portfolio Management Manages a sizable and complex book of business by analyzing the portfolio, identifying areas of opportunity for improved growth, profit and diversification, and executing marketing plans to increase market share by making marketing calls to brokers to market and cross‑market. Documenting the Deal Documents files in a way that reflects a solid thought process and decision making through comprehensive account reviews, sign‑offs and referrals that comply with state regulations, letter of authority, and underwriting guidelines. Leadership Serves as an active member of the team, contributing expertise when able to peer underwriters and account analysts in both technical and professional skills. Continuous Improvement Actively participates in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, participating in problem solving activities and using continuous improvement tools to support the work of the team. Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent, typically required. 3+ years of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related experience preferred. CPCU or other professional insurance designation preferred. Advanced-level knowledge of large loss sensitive insurance products/coverage, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, market segments and marketplace; insurance finance and actuarial concepts; loss control/risk engineering; marketing/selling techniques, regulatory environment, reinsurance, and territory management. Ability to apply underwriting appetite, tools, systems, and resources to achieve goals, solve complex problems, establish and build healthy working relationships, excel in mentoring, and negotiate. Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within the scope of responsibility, including competence with all phases and aspects of the underwriting process, and proficiency in the use of qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques. Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to properly manage or administer those issues. Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business. #J-18808-Ljbffr