Who we are
American International Group Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance life insurance retirement solutions and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets manage risks and provide for retirement security.
Get to know the business
General Insurance is a leading provider of insurance products and services for commercial and personal insurance customers. It includes one of the worlds most far reaching property casualty networks. General Insurance offers a broad range of products to customers through a diversified multichannel distribution network.
Underwriting
AIGs underwriters develop insurance solutions that address the exposures of companies and individuals and embody AIGs tradition of innovation bringing to market groundbreaking insurance solutions for our changing world. AIGs underwriters help to find insurance solutions for risks from a range of areas including Financial Lines Property Casualty Specialty Lines Cyber Multinational Clients and High Net Worth individuals.
About the role
AIG is seeking an Midwest Leader National Accounts to contribute to their industry leading Professional and Cyber Liability team. AIGs strong foundation as the market leader in this area has consistently evolved through innovation creativity use of technology and emphasis on data analytics. AIG prides itself as staying ahead of the curve and are looking for forward thinking and inventive underwriters to facilitate in navigating a frequently changing marketplace. Areas of focus will be around E&O Technology Media and Cyber this role you will be responsible for underwriting and servicing an existing renewal book as well as soliciting new business opportunities. This role includes constant interaction with top nationwide brokers and insureds as AIGs client base consists of Fortune 500 companies as well as major local regional players who elicit tailored and unique solutions. Through this role underwriters gain access to a highly evolving and dynamic atmosphere that involves exposure to major influencers in the insurance technology and legal fields.
The Midwest Leader National Accounts will be based in Chicago and report to the West Zonal Leader. This role will support the development and execution of the strategies for the portfolio within the territory.
This role will be responsible for management of a team of Underwriters and oversee the performance of a portfolio of accounts. Further the position will be responsible for the execution of the strategies for the defined territory. Role can also be a hybrid where manager also underwrites a book of business.
Additionally this role manage s all Underwriting including the planning and monitoring work development of underwriting and / or marketing skills and ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines. This position has direct accountability for the business results of their unit within the Zone / Region and with respect to profitability penetration and / or volume within a specific account segment geographic area product or line of business.
What you need to know :
Ability to exercise judgment negotiate and make sound business decisions effectively based on increased level of authority.
Drive consistent underwriting best practices in accordance with underwriting guidelines to ensure rating pricing and structural adequacy.
Responsible for assigning and managing the work of a team of underwriters.
Assist underwriters in executing on strategic initiatives. Provide support and develop solutions to their issues / concerns (system guidelines training reports new project request product amendments).
Assist manager & underwriters in collaborating with Distribution Business & Product Leaders and other line(s) of business underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross selling opportunities from brokers.
Monitor the adherence to underwriting requirements and guidelines for assigned book of business.
Keep abreast of developments in competitive & risk landscapes to determine their effect on both renewal accounts and potential new business opportunities.
Develop strong long term relationships with brokers and clients to profitably grow a book of business.
Identify the need for and manage special underwriting projects as needed.
Provide superior customer service to brokers and clients.
Work collaboratively with all Retail Casualty Product Heads Regional Executives the Chief Underwriting Office and Actuarial Legal and Claims departments
Foster a culture that promotes collaboration innovation diversity equity and inclusion
What we are looking for :
Minimum 7 years of Professional Liability and Cyber Underwriting or Brokerage experience
Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university.
Advanced knowledge of the US Casualty businesses including product features forms regulatory environment and risks etc.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
Very strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in dynamic rapidly changing environment adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions.
Proficient with underwriting analytical tools and technology.
External thought leadership
Understanding of how to be effective and productive within a matrixed structure
For positions based in Chicago IL the base salary range is $168000 - $210000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive addition were proud to offer a range of competitive benefits a summary of which can be viewed here : US Benefits Overview .
At AIG we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive connected environment for our team and clients alike.
Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters
At AIG our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in whats most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health wellbeing and financial securityas well as your professional developmentto bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the worlds most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us across our operations we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG you can go further to support individuals businesses and communities helping them to manage risk respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset our people through continuous learning and development in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of inclusion
Were committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each others talents backgrounds cultures opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIGs greatest assets and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion age gender gender expression national origin veteran status disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation please send an email to .
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Functional Area : UW - Underwriting
Risk Specialists Companies Insurance Agency Inc.
Required Experience :
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
Business Development,Account Payable,Economics,Accounting & Finance,Account Receiveable,General Ledger Accounting,Finance,Account Management,Communication,CRM,Client Relationships,Analytical Skills,Annual Budget,Business Relationship,Business unit
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Monthly Salary Salary : 168000 - 210000
Account Professional • Chicago, Illinois, USA