Senior Underwriter

Starr Insurance Companies • $80K — $95K *

Chicago, IL 60629In-Person

Finance & Insurance

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

3-6 years of experience in Private/Nonprofit Company Directors & Officers underwriting or related insurance fields.
Established relationships with Financial Lines brokers in the Northeast.
Bachelor's Degree required.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Capable of both independent work and collaboration within a team.
Strong multi-tasking skills with efficient workflow prioritization.
Professional verbal and written communication abilities.
Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and similar software.

Responsibilities

Pursue new business and manage a renewal book within the Management Liability portfolio.
Underwrite, rate, and service new and renewal submissions, participating in client meetings as needed.
Develop and maintain relationships with retailers and wholesalers in the West region, meeting service standards.
Negotiate with brokers, adhering to underwriting standards to meet profit objectives.
Foster familiarity with other Starr products to facilitate cross-selling opportunities.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
Supportive team environment with a focus on collaboration.
Access to a diverse company portfolio, enhancing cross-selling potential.
A role with a focus on building relationships in the financial sector.

Full Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for pursuing new business and managing an existing book of renewal business in our Management Liability portfolio focusing on privately held and nonprofit companies, which includes Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Fiduciary Liability and Crime coverage lines.
Underwrite, rate, and service new and renewal submissions and participate in client meetings as required.
Develop and maintain agency and broker relationships with retailers and wholesalers across the west region, meeting department service standards.
Negotiate with brokers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives.
Develop a working knowledge of other Starr products to facilitate cross sale of those products where applicable.

Requirements:

3-6 years of Private/Nonprofit Company D&O underwriting or related insurance experience
Experience and relationships with Financial Lines brokers throughout the Northeast territory
Bachelor's Degree
Detail oriented; Attention to quality/accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workflow efficiently
Professional demeanor in verbal and written communications internally and externally
Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and similar applications

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