VP, Senior Underwriter

2 months ago

New York, United States Relm Insurance Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

What We Are Looking For:

At Relm, our Mission is “To contribute to the building of the future by creating solutions for complex risks in innovative markets.” In our pursuit to lead the market in these emerging areas of innovation, we're in search of a dynamic and exceptional Vice President, Senior Underwriter - Financial Lines to take the lead in revolutionizing our Financial Lines US insurance offerings, both on a product and strategic front. This high-impact and leadership-level position offers an exceptional opportunity for an individual driven to establish pioneering industry standards, further empowering Relm's journey in reshaping the insurance landscape. Below is an enhanced job description tailored to reflect this mission and the unique qualities of Relm.

What You Will Do:

  • Direct the US underwriting strategy, process, planning, reporting, forecasting, business development and innovation for the Financial Lines insurance book of business
  • Underwrite, price, and negotiate risks in a manner that is consistent with Relm’s risk appetite to ensure profitability, retention, and written premium goals are achieved
  • Provide a professional layer of leadership, mentorship, and management to the US Financial Lines underwriting team, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting continued growth, training and development of junior underwriting and administrative staff
  • Negotiate, prepare, and draft policy and endorsement wording
  • Create and develop relationships with brokers and policyholders to establish new distribution relationships and sales channels
  • Attend and occasionally present at industry conferences, as needed and as the opportunity presents itself
  • Collaborate with colleagues to achieve company goals and drive cross-sell opportunities
  • Assist with strategic underwriting planning by developing and maintaining suitable management information to effectively evaluate the portfolio
  • Maintain compliance with all internal and external underwriting and regulatory guidelines, standards, and legal requirements
  • Engage in ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned to contribute to the continuous improvement and growth of Relm

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of US Financial Lines insurance underwriting and/or broking experience (D&O experience is essential. Fiduciary, E&O, K&R, EPL or Transaction Liability experience would be an asset)
  • A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in business, finance, insurance, actuarial science, computer science, or a related discipline
  • Robust relationships with US wholesale and retail brokers
  • Perceived as a thought leader within the US Financial Lines insurance market
  • Experience with policy and endorsement wording negotiation, preparation, and drafting
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • Superb leadership qualities with the capability to build comradery in a global team
  • Creative problem-solver with strong critical thinking skills, an ethical approach to getting things done, and an ability to apply different perspectives across the spectrum
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
  • A confident communicator who can clearly and authentically convey a written and verbal message, skillfully persuade, and craft a constructive argument
  • Advanced skills across all Microsoft Office applications (familiarity with Mac OS is a plus)
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort with leading client and broker meetings
  • Exceptional attention to detail and work ethic, setting an example for others
  • Ability to work outside of core hours and travel overseas, as required

Nice To Have Qualifications, Skills, And Experience:

  • Experience managing and underwriting a predominately primary book of business
  • The ability to perform data analytics within MS Excel or Power BI, including functions such as Tables, Pivot Tables, formulae (VLOOKUP, IF, SUM) etc.
  • Professional designation in insurance underwriting, such as RPLU, CPCU, ACII, AU, or similar
  • Strong interest and conceptual comprehension in Web3., Digital Assets, Blockchain, Cannabis, AI, or Financial Markets will be a differentiator

Benefits

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, all paid at 100% for employees.
  • Up to 5% of salary 401(k) employer match
  • Competitive compensation
  • Training and mentorship opportunities
  • Five thousand dollars ($5,000 USD) per calendar year towards professional licensing and developmental education and events.
  • An environment where you opinion is not only heard but crucial to our teams’ success
  • A multitude of growth

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