Underwriter

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. Position Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriter to join our Risk Management team in Chicago. This role is responsible for expanding and managing a primary casualty portfolio, with a specific emphasis on risks brokered from the Midwest territory. The Underwriter will oversee all aspects of portfolio management, including solicitation of submissions, underwriting analysis, and the preparation and issuance of indications, quotations, and binders. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in commercial casualty underwriting, strong broker relationships, and the ability to deliver quality service while achieving company goals. Key Responsibilities Solicit, analyze, and underwrite new and renewal business for General Liability, Liquor Liability, Workers’ Compensation, and Commercial Automobile risks. Evaluate and interpret data to assess risks and potential exposures, determining appropriate coverage terms and pricing for each policy. Prepare and issue indications, quotations, and binders in a timely and accurate manner. Track pipeline activity and provide weekly production forecasts to management. Build and maintain strong relationships with retail and wholesale brokers, as well as clients, to ensure high levels of service and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with underwriting team members and other departments to achieve company objectives. Monitor account performance, making recommendations for improvements or changes as needed. Stay current with industry trends, regulations, guidelines, and changes to NCCI and ISO policy forms and endorsements. Participate in marketing and sales meetings within assigned territories, including travel as required. Qualifications Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in commercial casualty underwriting. Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management within the commercial casualty insurance segment. Proven ability to multi-task, prioritize workflows, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a professional demeanor in both written and verbal interactions. Established relationships with brokers. Proficiency in underwriting software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite. 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. Starr is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr