Director Underwriting

2 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States WTW inc. Full time
The Role:
  • Exhibits strong technical underwriting skills through strategic, thorough account reviews and file documentation
  • Grows and maintains profitable book of business through execution of individual risk underwriting and adherence to the strategic plan of the unit
  • Stays current on competition, underwriting environment, and market conditions and share that knowledge with colleagues and leadership
  • Develops and executes marketing plan aimed at retaining existing business and producing new opportunities
  • Travels to and completes marketing/sales meetings in assigned territories within the southeast region
  • Exhibits good understanding of pricing components and rating methodology; prices risk based on financial and competitive analysis
  • Prepares or analyzes information on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations in order to drive results within the assigned territory
  • Monitors production, profitability and maintains agency relationships
  • Effectively communicates (written/verbal) information to both internal and external customers to ensure our standards of excellence are maintained
  • Ensures underwriting and service standards are met on assigned accounts
  • Reviews profitability of each account on a quarterly basis in a strong, auditable condition
The Requirements:
  • Minimum of 7-15 years of experience
  • Proven underwriting track record
  • Strong retail broker relationships
  • Knowledgeable of the financial institutions, real estate, hospitality, construction, professional services, leisure, retail and distribution industries
  • Experience underwriting Property, General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Automobile, and Excess Casualty
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workflows efficiently
  • Professional demeanor in language, writing, and presentation skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
  • This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

Compensation

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $225,000 USD - $290,000 USD. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

Company Benefits

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
  • Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
  • Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off ( Washington State only )
  • Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). All Level 38 and more senior roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans. If Level 38 or more senior role is in Washington State, you must add the retirement benefits paragraph to the job description. Please note: Producer Sales roles are not currently eligible for the WTW Pension Plan.
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