Professional Liability Underwriter (New York City Metropolitan Area)

About Us:

Falcon Risk Services is bringing together technology, analytics, underwriting, and claims expertise to deliver seamless, holistic insurance solutions across multiple specialty lines. We are customer-focused, committed to service, ease of access, and transparency. Together, we're building for the long term by using technology, drawing on decades of insurance experience, and partnering with a leading global insurance company.

Founded in 2021, Falcon Risk Services is a specialty managing general agent focused on underwriting and claims management for financial and cyber lines of insurance, with plans to provide a full suite of insurance services. We are partnered with HDI Global Specialty SE, an S&P A+ and A.M. Best A-rated global insurer, providing a strong financial foundation for growth.

About the role:

We are looking to hire a Professional Liability Underwriter to join as a key member of the Falcon Risk Services team, specializing in Accountants, Insurance Agents and Brokers, Lawyers, and/or Miscellaneous Professional Liability. This is an open, start-up-paced, and fun environment, offering the right candidate a chance to work across all facets of the business, shape our overall workplace strategy, and progress into a broader role. Falcon greatly values a culture of teamwork, with all colleagues’ input and ideas equally valued. The position requires initiative, creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering the best possible service to our clients. This position will be hybrid, requiring 2-3 days in-office days per week at Falcon’s NYC office. We would be open to a fully remote position for a candidate in the Chicago area.

Job Description:

• Underwriting and risk assessment
• Develop and expand broker relationships
• Build and maintain new business pipeline
• Adherence to underwriting strategy and guidelines
• Portfolio Management
• Compliance and documentation
• Market Research
• Occasional overnight travel required

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of insurance principles, policies, and regulations
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and industry partners.
• Proficiency in underwriting software, Microsoft Office, and other relevant tools.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Professional insurance qualifications preferred
• 1 to 5 years of relevant Professional Liability underwriting experience. Accountants Professional Liability, Insurance Agents and Brokers Professional Liability, Lawyers Professional Liability, and/or Miscellaneous Professional Liability.

Salary Range:

$95,000 - $120,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Annual Performance-Based Bonus
• Health & dental insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) plan

Application Process:

• Please submit your resume and cover letter via LinkedIn.