
Lead Underwriter - Risk Management General Casualty
Job Description
Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
The Underwriter will be responsible for continued development and growth of the supported lead book of business. Responsibilities include all aspects of portfolio management, including solicitation of submissions, underwriting analysis, preparing, and issuing indications/quotations/binders, as well as frequent marketing appointments with clients and brokers.
This position has a clear and distinct accountability for business results for an assigned book of business including the following:
- Evaluate and underwrite insurance applications for accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and procedures.
- Analyze and interpret data to determine risks and potential exposures.
- Determine appropriate coverage and pricing for each policy.
- Build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with underwriting team members and other departments to achieve company goals and objectives.
- Monitor performance of accounts and make recommendations for improvements or changes as needed.
- Keep up to date with industry trends, regulations and guidelines.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years underwriting experience
- Developed relationships with retail brokers
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Other Skills/Abilities
- Presentations
- Excel, Word, Outlook
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.