RLI Corp

Senior Underwriter - Executive Product Group (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary)

RLI Corp • $111K — $156K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably in Management Liability.
  • Demonstrated success managing a profitable book of business and building strong broker relationships.
  • RPLU designation preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze, quote, bind, and manage new and renewal Management Liability submissions within underwriting authority.
  • Build trusted relationships with Wholesale Brokers through responsive communication and consistent follow-through.
  • Exercise strong underwriting judgment by evaluating financial, operational, legal, and management exposures.
  • Produce accurate, well-documented underwriting files that require minimal rework.
  • Effectively prioritize new business and operational responsibilities while meeting service standards.
  • Collaborate with internal partners to support profitable growth.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus plans
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Paid volunteer time off (VTO)
  • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Training & certification opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
Position Purpose

Own and grow a profitable portfolio of Management Liability business through disciplined underwriting, sound judgment, and exceptional broker relationships. The successful candidate will independently evaluate complex risks, make timely underwriting decisions, and deliver a high-quality work product while contributing to the continued growth and profitability of the Wholesale Division.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities
  • Analyze, quote, bind, and manage new and renewal Management Liability submissions within underwriting authority.
  • Build trusted relationships with Wholesale Brokers through responsive communication, consistent follow-through, and thoughtful underwriting decisions.
  • Exercise strong underwriting judgment by evaluating financial, operational, legal, and management exposures to determine acceptable risks.
  • Produce accurate, well-documented underwriting files, pricing rationale, and policy documentation requiring minimal rework.
  • Effectively prioritize new business, renewals, and operational responsibilities while meeting service standards and internal deadlines.
  • Collaborate with internal partners to support profitable growth and continuous process improvement.
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably in Management Liability.
  • Demonstrated success managing a profitable book of business and building strong broker relationships.
  • RPLU designation preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies
  • Sound underwriting judgment and analytical thinking.
  • Strong knowledge of Management Liability products and underwriting strategy.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Accountability, ownership, and independent decision-making.
  • Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
  • Relationship builder with strong marketing instincts and the ability to create trusted partnerships that generate profitable business


What Success Looks Like
  • Builds trusted broker relationships that generate repeat business.
  • Makes timely, well-reasoned underwriting decisions aligned with company strategy.
  • Maintains exceptional underwriting quality and documentation.
  • Grows a profitable portfolio while balancing production, retention, and profitability.
  • Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a collaborative, team-first mindset.


Compensation Overview
The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.

Base Pay Range
$111,357.00 - $156,093.00

Total Rewards
At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee.

Financial Incentives
  • Annual bonus plans
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) - automatic 3% company contribution
  • Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)


Work & Life
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
  • Parental and family care leave
  • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
  • Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
  • Employee assistance program


Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits


Personal & Professional Growth
RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include:
  • Training & certification opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Education bonuses

About RLI Corp

RLI Corp is an American property and casualty insurance company headquartered in Peoria, Illinois. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides various insurance products, including casualty insurance, property insurance, and surety bonds. RLI Corp operates in all 50 states and internationally. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to become a Fortune 1000 company. RLI Corp is known for its strong financial performance and has consistently been rated A+ by A.M. Best.
Learn more about RLI Corp
Size
890 employees
Market Cap
$5.9 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$157 million
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$983.6 million
NASDAQ
RLI
* Ladders Estimates

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