Executive Underwriter, Life Sciences

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.

Description

Executive Underwriting position in the Liberty Mutual / Ironshore Life Sciences group. Works on Products Liability / Professional Liability for Life Sciences customers.

Works independently and autonomously on all but the most complex accounts / cases (subject to required process oversight).

Underwrites policies within underwriting authority. Makes decisions on whether to accept business by making analytical, data-driven decisions based on data and information provided, including pricing the risk.

In parts of North America more likely to underwrite complex / unusual policies - or those of high individual line size - policies assessed will focus on those of high complexity and / or larger size.

Responsibilities

• Manages portfolio of brokers / agents & 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. Maintains a strong market presence, including established relationships with agents and brokers.
• Looks to strengthen these relationships and develop new ones. Articulates key coverage differences with a high degree of detail.
• Provides significant input into the business and marketing planning process, including advanced data-driven insights from portfolio analysis.
• Participates in projects across departments designed to drive underwriting and process excellence (e.g., member of a working team).
• Models effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders and partners (e.g., UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting in North America).
• Has strong knowledge of key legal cases, legislation and regulation impacting area(s) of underwriting expertise.
• Shares knowledge based on technical expertise, including providing external thought-leadership.
• Mentors, coaches, and trains other underwriters and internal partners.

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

This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.

At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. Thats why we provide an environment focused on openness, inclusion, trust and respect.

Here, youll discover our expansive range of roles, and a workplace where we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession.

Liberty Mutual has proudly been recognized as a Great Place to Work by Great Place to Work US for the past several years.

We were also selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work in IT onIDGs Insider Pro and Computerworlds 2020 list. For many years running, we have been named by Forbes as one of Americas Best Employers for Women and one of Americas Best Employers for New Graduatesas well as one of Americas Best Employers for Diversity.

To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion please visit : https : / / jobs.libertymutualgroup.com / diversity-equity-inclusion /

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 discriminationon the basis ofrace, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veterans status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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• California
• San Francisco
• Los Angeles
• Philadelphia
30+ days ago