Underwriter

Position Summary The Underwriter – Lawyer Professional Liability is responsible for supporting the underwriting of Professional Liability risks for law firms by ensuring the accuracy of policy data, assisting in risk evaluation and facilitating both renewal and new business processes. The role partners closely with brokers and clients to gather critical information, assess legal risk exposures and ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines. Key Responsibilities Evaluate and maintain existing Lawyer Professional Liability policies to ensure data is current, accurate and appropriately priced for renewal. Prepare renewal strategies, underwriting summaries and policy updates. Serve as a primary point of contact for brokers to gather underwriting information (e.g., firm size, areas of practice, claims history) and respond to inquiries regarding coverage, underwriting appetite and submission requirements specific to LPL. Prepare, review and organize underwriting submissions including applications, loss runs and supporting legal risk documentation, ensuring files meet internal standards, audit requirements and regulatory guidelines. Conduct thorough assessments of law firm risks, including practice areas, jurisdictions and prior claims experience, identifying key exposures such as conflicts of interest, high‑risk specialties or emerging legal trends. Prepare premium calculations using LPL underwriting guidelines and rating tools and analyze coverage terms including limits, retentions, endorsements and exclusions. Maintain accurate underwriting data and generate reports on portfolio performance, renewals and key metrics, tracking and analyzing book of business performance including retention and loss‑ratio trends. Ensure adherence to company underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements and surplus lines compliance where applicable, supporting internal and external audit processes. Collaborate with underwriting team and cross‑functional teams (claims, actuarial, legal) to evaluate risks, prioritize workflow and support underwriting decisions. Deliver a high level of service by addressing inquiries promptly, resolving issues and building strong broker relationships. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration or a related field. 2+ years of underwriting experience in Professional Liability or Financial Lines; exposure to Lawyer Professional Liability (LPL) or similar E&O lines is preferred. Licenses & Certifications State Property & Casualty license (or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe). RPLU designation or progress toward completion is a plus. Skills & Competencies Knowledge of Professional Liability / E&O underwriting practices. Understanding of law firm risk profiles and exposures. Basic pricing, rating and coverage analysis. Insurance regulatory and compliance knowledge. Data analysis and reporting (Excel proficiency preferred). Strong technical documentation skills. Analytical thinking and attention to detail. Effective written and verbal communication. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Problem‑solving ability. Relationship management and customer focus. Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization and extend this policy to all aspects of employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence and other terms, conditions and benefits of employment. Salary & Benefits Target salary range: $85,855.00 – $85,855.00 annually. Full‑time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. Accommodation Statement We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr