Liberty Mutual

Senior Underwriter, Public Entity

Liberty Mutual • $88K — $105K *
Saint Paul, MN 55111In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of underwriting experience, preferably in Public Entity and Education sectors.
  • Strong technical understanding of multi-line business, particularly professional liability.
  • Proven experience in building and maintaining relationships with agents and brokers.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze complex portfolios and identify growth opportunities.
  • Experience in developing strategic market insights and executing marketing strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Review and underwrite new and renewal business, assessing risks and determining coverage terms.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with agents and brokers to facilitate product marketing.
  • Manage complex portfolios by analyzing performance and executing targeted marketing strategies.
  • Document underwriting decisions clearly to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to other underwriters and account analysts.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance team efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs to support overall well-being.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development through mentoring and training.
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Variety of retirement savings options to secure financial future.
Full Job Description
Description

Join a high-impact underwriting team focused on building and growing a profitable, diversified Public Entity and Education portfolio. In this role, you will combine technical underwriting expertise, strategic market insight, and strong agent/broker relationships to help drive business growth and portfolio performance. You'll serve as a trusted subject matter expert on multi-line business, including professional liability, while collaborating closely with internal partners on key initiatives that shape the business. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact, mentor emerging talent, and help influence underwriting strategy in a dynamic, market-facing role.

Responsibilities:

Risk Selection:
  • Reviews, evaluates, and underwrites new and renewal business by assessing risk quality, determining premium and coverage terms, obtaining approvals as needed, and presenting proposals to agents and brokers. Negotiates terms and conditions to secure profitable business within authority and underwriting guidelines.


External Market Presence:
  • Establishes, develops, and maintains successful relationships with Agents and Brokers to facilitate marketing of products, through responsive service, site visits, in person renewal meetings or enhanced knowledge of their customers businesses.
  • Builds a strong market presence and maintains strong relationships with agents and brokers to support profitable growth, enhance market visibility, and strengthen long-term pipeline quality
  • Maintains a high level of responsiveness and provides effective service through renewal meetings, site visits, and other market-facing interactions.


Portfolio Management:
  • Manages a complex portfolio by analyzing performance, identifying growth and profitability opportunities, and executing targeted marketing and cross-marketing strategies to improve market share, diversification, and retention.


Documenting the Deal:
  • Documents underwriting decisions clearly and thoroughly to reflect sound judgment, compliance with state regulations, letter of authority, and underwriting guidelines. Maintains strong file quality through account reviews, referrals, and sign-offs.


Leadership:
  • Provides technical and professional coaching to underwriters and account analysts, sharing expertise and contributing to the development of underwriting talent.
  • Serves as a resource for complex underwriting questions and provides feedback to management on employee progress and development needs.
  • Partners with leadership on influencing underwriting standards


Continuous Improvement:
  • Participates in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, improve underwriting efficiency, and enhance team performance.


Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits

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.

Join Our Team

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the job opportunities at Liberty Mutual. We are actively hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. Enhance your resume, prepare for your interview, and become part of a company that values your unique skills and vision.

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

Discover how you can make a difference. Visit our careers page to find the position that’s right for you and join a team that’s committed to growth, leadership, and innovation. At Liberty Mutual, your career is what you make it.
Learn more about Liberty Mutual
Size
45,000 employees
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Founded
1912
* Ladders Estimates

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