US Underwriting Management Leader - Small Business

General Job Title: US Underwriting Management Leader – Small Business Division: Cyber Risks Reports To: Head of Underwriting Management, Cyber Risks Key Relationships: Head of Underwriting Management, Head of Global Cyber Digital Risks; Cyber Risks Leadership; Brokers; Underwriters; Claims; Cyber Services; Actuarial Job Summary: Underwriting Manager with responsibility for all aspects of cyber underwriting management within our Small Business segment – including cyber, tech E&O, and MPL Key Responsibilities: Lead underwriting management for Small Business within Cyber Risks regarding: Underwriter Guidelines Pricing Risk selection tools Training Admitted rate plans Data analytics Digital trading systems Underwriting exposure limits and sublimits Analyse product underwriting performance data such as quote/bind/referral/decline rates, and propose adjustments to portfolio management and risk selection to drive profitable growth

Work closely with the pricing actuary and Cyber Data Science and Analytics to monitor the portfolio and suggest corrective measures as required to enhance the profitability

Liaise with other Beazley central assurance teams – compliance, risk management, and internal audit; to ensure continuity of SME underwriting business plan delivery whilst effectively controlling and reporting enterprise risk

Support the Head of Global Cyber Digital Risks on implementing the SME strategy and roadmap Participant in media opportunities and thought leadership/marketing as required Participate in the cross functional team delivery model by contributing to Underwriting process design, digital technology delivery and development of operational support within the division

Personal Specification: We are seeking an individual with deep technical expertise across cyber, technology E&O, and MPL products, with strong grounding in portfolio management, coverage structures, compliance considerations, and pricing or actuarial approaches

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on underwriting or underwriting management experience, with a comprehensive understanding of underwriting philosophy, policy wording, and risk selection frameworks

The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in both manual and digital trading environments and will have experience designing, implementing, or enhancing underwriting processes, systems, and tools

An analytical mindset and the ability to interpret data to inform underwriting, pricing, and system decisions is essential to achieving profitable growth

We are looking for someone who combines commercial judgment with strong financial and operational awareness

Excellent communication skills—written and verbal—are critical, as the role requires regular interaction and influence across a broad range of seniority levels and functional areas

Experience developing, mentoring, or guiding underwriting teams will be valuable, alongside a proven ability to collaborate effectively, embrace change, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Skills and Abilities • Excellent communication and influencing skills • Strong analytical capability with high attention to detail • Solid understanding of underwriting processes and risk selection • Awareness of legislative, regulatory, and competitive market environments • Strong business acumen and understanding of how underwriting interacts with other functions • High proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills • Ability to prioritise, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines • Self‑motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively • Highly accurate and numerate Knowledge and Experience • Broad commercial and financial knowledge • Extensive experience within the insurance industry • Experience working with clients, brokers, or partners in a service‑focused capacity Aptitude and Disposition • Outcome‑focused, proactive, and adaptable • Professional, credible, and able to build trusted relationships • Enthusiastic approach to teamwork and cross‑functional collaboration Competencies Integrity Team building & working Customer focus Resilience Technical competence/expertise Business/financial acumen Active listening Developing people Achievement drive Analytical thinking Conceptual thinking General It is important that within all your interactions both internally and externally you adhere to Beazley’s core values - Being Bold, Striving for Better, and Doing the Right Thing – as they contribute to an internal environment of teamwork and promote a positive brand image and experience to our external customers

We also expect Beazley employees to: Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct, which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct

Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system

Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers

Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs

Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas

This may include, amongst others, Beazley’s underwriting control standards, Beazley’s claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management

Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system

These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups

Beazley: Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years’ experience helping people, communities, and businesses to manage risk all around the world

Our products are wide ranging from cyber & tech to marine, healthcare, financial institutions, and contingency, covering risks like the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, diverse and inclusive work environment

We encourage applications from all backgrounds

We empower people to choose where to work given the work that needs to be done

Collaboration in office spaces is important but we do not mandate a set number of days in the office or from home – you decide what works best for you and the role you are in

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 1500 of us working around the world

Employee’s diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best

We hire people with wide perspectives, and we have set bold diversity targets as we work towards excellence

The rewards: The opportunity to connect and build long-lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related annual bonus Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance Company paid life, and short- and long-term disability insurance 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting 22 days annual PTO (full-time, prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), plus paid public holidays with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs

Additional PTO purchase is available up to a maximum of 5 days per calendar year

Up to $700 reimbursement towards home office setup Free in-office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance in support of your wellbeing The opportunity to save for, and purchase, shares of Beazley stock Six months fully paid parental leave, regardless of how you come to parenthood Company paid sabbatical up to 12 weeks after 10 years of continued service Support with exam/study leave and fees for relevant qualifications related to furthering education Up to 2.5 days matched paid leave for volunteering at a charity of your choice and 5 days paid leave to provide or arrange care for a dependent with a long term care need annually Smart working policy and flexible working culture, trusting our employees to do what works best for them, their role and the needs of the business Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual’s location and experience

The expected compensation range for this position is $165k- $200k per year plus discretionary annual bonus

You will be able to discuss your salary expectations should you be contacted about this role

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