Liberty Mutual

Senior Underwriter – Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice Group

Liberty Mutual$80K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent required
  • 3 to 7 years of commercial lines underwriting experience preferred
  • CPCU or similar professional insurance designation preferred
  • Strong analytical skills in underwriting and risk assessment
  • Proficient in using underwriting tools and techniques for decision-making
  • Excellent negotiation and relationship-building capabilities
  • Experience in mentoring and coaching junior underwriters

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage a profitable book of primary casualty business
  • Evaluate and select risks, determining premiums and policy terms
  • Cultivate strong relationships with brokers through service excellence
  • Analyze a complex portfolio to identify opportunities for growth
  • Articulate the unique healthcare services offered by Liberty Mutual
  • Maintain detailed documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance
  • Provide mentorship and insights to junior underwriting staff
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship
  • Encouragement of innovative thinking and problem-solving
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams for comprehensive service delivery
  • Access to specialized knowledge in healthcare and life sciences sectors
  • Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational excellence
Full Job Description
Description

Great underwriters know that the best decisions come from blending analytical thinking with real market instincts. If you thrive on the challenge of growing a book of business, building influential broker relationships, and making your mark in a specialty vertical, this is your opportunity.

 

As a Senior Underwriter in Liberty Mutual's Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice Group — a specialized unit within Major Accounts — you will underwrite Workers' Compensation, Commercial Auto, and General Liability (non-products) across all program structures with a primary emphasis on loss-sensitive accounts. You will partner with Loss Control, Industry Consulting, and Claims to deepen your expertise in the healthcare and life sciences sectors while driving profitable growth.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Book of Business Development: Develop, grow, and maintain a profitable, diversified book of primary casualty business through sound underwriting decisions, strong agent/broker relationships, and effective use of underwriting tools and resources. Mentor less experienced underwriters in technical and professional skills.
  • Risk Selection: evaluates opportunities by qualifying accounts; identifying, selecting and assessing risks; determining the premium, policy terms and conditions; obtaining approvals; creating/presenting the proposal to the agent/broker and successfully negotiating deals.
  • Agent/Broker Relationships: Market to an assigned territory targeting healthcare and life science accounts. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers through responsive service, site visits, and in-person meetings. Partner across markets deliver holistic account solutions.
  • Portfolio Management: Analyze and manage a complex book of business, identifying opportunities for growth, profit improvement, and diversification. Execute targeted marketing plans and use pricing models to ensure portfolio profitability.
  • Service Value Proposition: Clearly articulate the specialized services Liberty Mutual offers healthcare insureds relative to competitors..
  • Documenting the Deal: Maintain thorough file documentation that reflects sound decision-making through account reviews, sign-offs, and referrals in compliance with state regulations and underwriting guidelines.
  • Leadership: Mentor and coach underwriters on technical and professional skills. Share subject matter expertise and provide regular insights to the broader underwriting team.
  • Continuous Improvement: Actively engage in daily huddles, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to support team performance and operational excellence.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business or equivalent typically required. 3 to 7 years of commercial lines underwriting experience preferred, with a proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business.
  • CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
  • Analytical ability across all phases of the underwriting process with proficiency in qualitative and quantitative tools and techniques. Must demonstrate knowledge of underwriting, pricing, risk selection, and territory management.
  • Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and mentoring skills with the ability to apply underwriting tools and appetite to achieve goals and solve complex problems.

About Liberty Mutual

Since 1912, Liberty Mutual Insurance have committed theirselves to providing broad, useful and competitively-priced insurance products and services to meet their customers' ever-changing needs. Their delivery on this commitment is the reason they're now the third largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2012 direct premium written according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.

Liberty Mutual Careers

Join the vibrant team at Liberty Mutual, a leading global insurance company, where your career is in your hands. At Liberty Mutual, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values diversity and innovation. With a variety of job opportunities across multiple fields, this is where your professional journey can truly flourish.

Work You’ll Do

At Liberty Mutual, you’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to empowering people to live safer, more secure lives. Whether you’re interested in a position in claims handling, underwriting, or customer service, you’ll find a platform here to enhance your skills and push the boundaries of what you can achieve.

Explore Our Job Opportunities

Liberty Mutual offers a range of career paths for both seasoned professionals and those just starting out. Our internship programs provide invaluable hands-on experience, helping to bridge the gap between education and full-time employment. For those seeking to grow their career, we offer positions that challenge and inspire, backed by benefits that support both professional and personal growth.

Innovate with Us

Innovation is at the heart of Liberty Mutual. We encourage our team to bring fresh ideas that drive industry leadership and improve customer experiences. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals who are keen on developing solutions that lead the market.

Develop Your Career

Liberty Mutual is deeply invested in the professional development of its employees. With comprehensive diversity training and leadership programs, we prepare you to take on leadership roles within the company. Networking opportunities within the company can lead to mentorship and further career advancement.

Benefits of Joining Liberty Mutual

Working at Liberty Mutual comes with numerous benefits. From competitive salaries to health and wellness programs, we ensure our team members are well taken care of. More than just a job, a position at Liberty Mutual is a stepping stone to a fulfilling career.

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Liberty Mutual: A Place to Grow, Innovate, and Lead

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