Executive Underwriter – Shepherd
We provide savings on insurance premiums for commercial businesses leveraging modern technology on their worksites. While we began with commercial construction, we are expanding into adjacent sectors, including Energy, Agriculture, and Real Estate.
Base Pay Range
$185,000 – $228,000 per year
About the Role
Shepherd’s underwriting approach is client‑centric with a heavy emphasis on an efficient process. Our goal is to leverage technology and data to make quick, informed decisions tailored to our clients’ specific needs.
Responsibilities and Requirements
- Minimum of 7+ years of experience in commercial underwriting (Construction, Casualty, and / or Builder’s Risk preferred)
- Comfortable with ambiguity
- Strong work ethic, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple tasks / projects simultaneously
- Exceptional verbal and written interpersonal skills with high EQ
- Strong sales and marketing skills, able to position accounts and close deals
- Develop and negotiate price, coverage, terms and conditions for new business and renewals while actively identifying target accounts that fit Shepherd’s underwriting appetite
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated success in marketing, producer management, new business development, and negotiation at all levels with internal and external partners
- Teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills required
- Solid background in risk analysis and experience with construction and / or casualty underwriting
- Knowledge and proficiency with compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies
- Adaptable and creative in a fast‑paced startup environment
Benefits
Premium Healthcare – 100% contribution to top‑tier health, dental, and visionUnlimited PTO – Flexibility to take time off, recharge, and performDaily lunches, dinners, and snacks – We work together and enjoy meals togetherPremium office spaces on both coasts with daily lunches provided (NYC, SF, Dallas‑Fort Worth)Professional Development – Access to premium coaching, including leadership developmentCompetitive 401(k) plan offeredDog‑friendly offices – Plenty of dogs to play with in the SF officeOur Investors
Y Combinator – W21 cohortSusa Ventures – led our Pre‑Seed roundSpark Capital – led our Seed roundCostanoa Ventures + Intact Ventures – led our Series A roundAnd several moreSeniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales – Insurance industry
Compensation Range : $185,000 – $228,000
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