Account Executive Director, Ocean Marine Underwriter

6 days ago


New York, New York, United States THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Lines Underwriting Director to join our Ocean Marine Specialty team at THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business, comprised of complex accounts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Underwrite and negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal partners to create sales plans and identify cross-selling opportunities.
  • Foster and maintain relationships with external partners, including agents and brokers, to market and sell Travelers products.
  • Identify and capture new business opportunities using consultative marketing and sales skills.
  • Develop and execute agency sales plans, partnering with the Managing Director to develop region/group sales plans.
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and strategic counsel on underwriting to all levels of underwriters within the region or business unit.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Eight to ten years of relevant underwriting experience with experience in commercial lines.
  • Expert level knowledge of Ocean Marine products, the regulatory environment, and the local insurance market.
  • Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to proactively identify underwriting, marketing, or financial challenges.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations.
  • CPCU designation.
What We Offer
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts, and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved.
Employment Practices

THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.



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