Senior Underwriting Officer, North American Specialty Casualty

As a member of the NAS E&S Casualty leadership team, you will contribute to the growth and profitability of the casualty business through expert advisory and underwriting support. In addition to being responsible for product and forms adherence to North American best practices, this role will facilitate innovative product solutions and modification to policy language to meet the needs of unique risks present in the E&S market. You will manage highly complex underwriting accounts and assist the staff in triaging opportunities, comprehensively and creatively structuring deals, and enabling staff

development in underwriting best practices and product expertise. Requires an extensive level of knowledge in assigned product lines, and technical knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, procedures and techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Assists Underwriters and Regional Managers in underwriting of new and renewal business accounts by reviewing and analyzing insured's (or prospective insured's) loss history, financials, and other pertinent information.
• Holds authority and assists in managing complex accounts and handling referrals from underwriting teams as needed.
• Serves as a liaison between Underwriting and support functions such as Claims, Legal, Product/Underwriting Strategy, and the Office of Underwriting.
• Assists in the creation, review, evaluation, cascade and recommended modifications to underwriting guidelines.
• Leads monthly renewal huddles and new business roundtables to facilitate topline growth while fostering staff development in areas of critical thinking, technical acumen and solution orientation.
• Provides significant input to the development of product capabilities, services, and geographic focus.
• Communicates with other product line leaders to provide high level customer service.
• Reviews and helps to negotiate policy terms and conditions.
• Assists other members of the business including Underwriters, Account Analysts and Regional Managers in product line and/or technical knowledge and development.
• Performs related duties as requested to include market/broker/insured engagement, report preparation, presentations, and special projects to assist in ensuring the success of the various product lines.
• Shares all aspects related to the bottom-line performance of the various product lines.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Business or equivalent typically required
• A minimum of 10 years progressive underwriting experience expected, including a minimum of 2 years of proven underwriting management experience, preferred
• CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred
• Proven analytical ability to evaluate high impact underwriting risks within scope of responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external partners required
• Must possess the following skills, abilities and attributes: strong leadership skills, development of people, strategic thinking, sustained effective portfolio management and profitable growth, communications skills, decision-making skills, results-oriented, industrious, innovative, problem-solving skills, coaching and mentoring skills, and negotiating skills

Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. 

At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve.

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