Executive Underwriter, Miscellaneous Professional Liability

Job Locations US-NY-New York | US-IL-Chicago
ID
2025-72108
Position Type
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
USD $89,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $247,000.00/Yr.
Typical Starting Salary
140,000-200,000
Flexible Time Off Annual Accrual - days
20

Description

Executive Underwriter — Miscellaneous Professional Liability: Acts as the leading technical authority for Miscellaneous Professional Liability (MPL) across an aligned territory, working independently and autonomously subject to required process oversight. Serves as the go‑to advisor on MPL coverage, exposures and wordings for colleagues across the segment, including senior underwriting leaders. Underwrites MPL policies within delegated authority, making acceptance and declination decisions based on analytical, data‑driven assessment of submitted information and pricing the risk appropriately. Typical exposures include E&O claims for consultants, IT/service providers and other non‑class specific professionals, media/communications risks, and other miscellaneous advisory or service professions, This role is likely to handle Middle Market to Large Accounts, including the most complex accounts. Where applicable, may be responsible for setting the business plan and portfolio strategy for the MPL book in their territory.


Responsibilities
  • Manages portfolio of brokers, agents and clients. Leverages market presence and expertise to develop and underwrite profitable business, acting as a representative for Liberty.
  • Has relationships with senior/market-leading brokers and/or key agents.
  • Plays a leading role in the business and marketing planning process, including advanced data-driven insights from portfolio analysis.
  • Serves as a key driver and thought leader for product development and/or refinement for line of business, based on data insights, research and client interaction.
  • Participates in high-profile projects across departments designed to drive underwriting and process excellence (e.g., being on a working team).
  • Models and facilitates effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders and partners (e.g., UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting in GRSNA). Shares knowledge based on technical expertise, including providing external thought-leadership.
  • Acts as an exemplary mentor, coach, and trainer for other underwriters and internal partners; supports developing and delivering technical training based on technical expertise.
  • Acts as a point of escalation on particularly tricky or novel underwriting decisions.
  • Has strong knowledge of key legal cases, legislation and regulation impacting area(s) of underwriting expertise.
  • Has no formal people management responsibilities but may cover for manager when needed.

Qualifications

 

  • Degree in Business or equivalent typically required
  • A minimum of 7 years expected, typically 10 years or more, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related business experience
  • CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred
  • Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information in understandable written and/or oral directives to other persons in the organization for underwriting or training purposes
  • Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external stakeholders
  • Must demonstrate comprehension of most complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to properly manage or administer those issues
  • Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business

About Us

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.

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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