Underwriter

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Underwriter to join a growing specialty underwriting team.
The ideal candidate combines strong technical underwriting expertise with leadership capability, operational discipline, and a collaborative approach to portfolio management.
This position reports directly to the Senior Vice President. Key Responsibilities
Underwriting & Portfolio Management

• Evaluate, price, and manage complex and middle-market risks across multiple contracts/programs
• Analyze submissions, loss history, financials, and exposure data to determine profitability and acceptability
• Maintain underwriting discipline while supporting growth objectives

• Provide guidance and mentorship to Associate Underwriters and Assistant Underwriters
• Assist with workflow prioritization and underwriting referrals
• Support training, onboarding, and development of junior staff

• Develop and maintain strong broker relationships
• Manage key broker accounts and complex negotiations
• Support business development initiatives and production goals
• Collaborate with brokerage and operational teams to improve responsiveness and service

• Identify workflow efficiencies and process improvements
• Support contract/program growth strategies and carrier objectives
• Escalate significant underwriting, compliance, or profitability concerns when appropriate

• 3+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably within healthcare specialty, program, E&S, MGA, or delegated authority environments
• Strong technical underwriting and coverage analysis skills
• Proven ability to manage broker relationships and negotiate effectively
• Leadership, mentoring, or team lead experience preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Familiarity with delegated underwriting authority environments
• Knowledge of brokerage operations and distribution channels
• Experience working within high-growth underwriting teams

• Opportunity to help shape and scale a growing underwriting platform
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial team environment
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization

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