Senior Underwriter, Construction

Starr Insurance Companies$130K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience in underwriting mid to large construction accounts
  • Established relationships with construction brokers
  • Technical casualty underwriting skills
  • Demonstrated sales and business development abilities
  • Effective cross-marketing skills
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Underwrite and manage growth of construction products in Southern California and the West Coast
  • Solicit and analyze submissions for the construction portfolio
  • Prepare and issue indications, quotations, and binders
  • Mentor and train staff in underwriting procedures
  • Track and manage the new business pipeline

Benefits

  • Collaborative working environment within the LA office
  • Opportunity for professional growth and development
  • Dynamic workplace with challenging and diverse tasks
  • Access to training and mentorship programs
  • Involvement in a reputable company within the construction insurance sector
Full Job Description
Starr Companies is looking for an Underwriter to join our Construction team in the LA Office.

The position will be a dual role that underwrites, and manages the growth of our products primarily in the Southern California territory but also throughout the west coast.

Description:

The position entails development and servicing of the primary construction portfolio on the West Coast with a focus on southern California. This person will be responsible for aspects of portfolio management, including: solicitation of submissions, underwriting analysis, preparing and issuing indications/quotations/binders, mentoring and training staff and tracking the new business pipeline. Candidates should be organized, disciplined insurance underwriting professionals that can work effectively in a dynamic environment and possess the following capabilities:

Requirements:
  • 5-8 years' experience underwriting mid to large construction accounts including loss sensitive programs requiring collateral
  • Must have relationships with construction brokers
  • Must possess technical casualty underwriting capabilities
  • Proven sales and business development skills in a dynamic marketplace
  • Proven cross-marketing abilities
  • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
  • Advanced proficiency in computer applications: Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Bachelor's degree preferred


For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Starr Insurance Companies is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets: experience and training: licensure and certifications: and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $130,000-$180,000

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