Senior Underwriter

18 hours ago


New York, New York, United States Markel Full time
Senior Underwriter Role

At Markel, we're looking for a skilled Senior Underwriter to join our team. As a key member of our underwriting team, you'll play a critical role in evaluating and managing risk for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review and analyze casualty risks to ensure profitability for Markel.
  • Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit.
  • Manage the existing renewal book and implement corrective measures to meet profitability expectations.
  • Communicate with regional managers and national casualty product line leaders on individual accounts and make recommendations on operations, systems, and procedures.
  • Participate in audits and underwriting meetings as required.
  • Build and maintain quality relationships with key producers while monitoring the entire appointed producer base for profitability and production.
  • Review forms and pricing of competitors and effectively market the Markel product within the competitive landscape.
  • Provide training or technical assistance to department underwriting staff.
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of casualty underwriting experience in the Northeast Region of the USA.
  • Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility.
  • Demonstrated marketing and relationship building skills.
  • Four-year college degree and/or CPCU or similar designation preferred.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office skills to include MS Word and MS Excel.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Must be a team player that enjoys a flexible and spontaneous business environment with a desire to succeed.
  • Up to 25% travel (when appropriate).
What We Offer:
  • Competitive base salary range of $84k - $114k/year with a 40% bonus potential.
  • Hybrid working schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
  • Comprehensive benefit programs, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match contributions, and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Markel is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you're a motivated and experienced underwriter looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.


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