As a National Accounts Underwriter at The Hartford,youllbe responsible forunderwriting the casualty lines for accounts with typically more than 500 employees, which are written utilizing loss sensitive plans, such as Large Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. You willassistthe Field Team in underwriting new business opportunities from brokers and agents, as well asmanagea renewal book of business.Youllrigorously analyze underwritten information toassess andprice risk for each accountand new business opportunities.As a National Accounts Underwriter, you willbe responsible forcollaborating with your field team in underwriting portfolio management and growth in your assigned territory whilemaintainingstrong returns and profitability.

• Identifyand analyze information onrisks' operations and key exposures/controls.Determiningwhatadditionalinformation is necessary to perform a thorough analysis.

• Identifyand analyze loss trends andunderstandingsources oflossinformation and differences in quality and applicability of the sources.

• Develop mastery level knowledge of loss rating concepts for each line. Analyzingrelationshipbetween outside factors and the model, andadjustslossratingaccordingly, justifying position.

• Develop mastery level knowledge of all rating plans and variable options. Makingappropriate pricingdecisions that balanceneedfor growth and profit. Understanding the effect that individual account decisions have onoverallbook.

• Follow all underwriting & pricing guidelines and obtain management approval if warranted. Recognize when guidelines may need adjustment and escalating to the management team.

• Develop mastery of coverage forms evaluate and set coverage terms,utilizingcompany and National Account guidance to respond to account/broker requests

• Maintain positive and productive relationships withFieldTeam. Communicating all decisions effectively, including those from NationalAccounts' management.

• Identifyopportunities to expand the reach and profitability ofThe Hartford'sNational Account's business.

• In collaboration with the field team involved in new business or renewal presentations/meetings with accounts and/or brokers as needed.

• Identifyareas for improvement in tools and in various projects to support National Accounts growth and profitabilityobjectives.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of P&C Carrier underwriting experienceis required; National Accounts loss-sensitive experience preferred

• Demonstrated success in developing andmaintainingsolid relationships with all internal and external business partners

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

• An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions.

• High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit

• Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills

• Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes

• Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win

• Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-makingand analytical skills.

*Preferred locations - Chicago, IL, Hartford, CT or Dallas / Frisco area*

This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work arrangement. Candidates who live near one of our office locations will have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates who do not live near an office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford27s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: