AVP, Senior Underwriting Manager - Excess Liability - Major Accounts

Description

We are seeking an experienced underwriting leader to manage a high-performing team of umbrella and excess underwriters in the Northeast. This role combines strategic leadership, strong organizational discipline and deep technical underwriting expertise to drive profitable growth across a diverse portfolio of general industry accounts. As Senior Underwriting Manager in the Major Accounts Excess Unit you will develop talent, make underwriting decisions on complex placements, strengthen broker and market relationships, and shape the portfolio for longterm success.

Key responsibilities :

• Lead, coach and develop a team of umbrella and excess underwriters; set clear performance goals, conduct regular reviews, and build bench strength.
• Own the underwriting strategy and profitability for a portfolio of excess liability business in the Northeast; set priorities that focus the team on sources of profitable growth.
• Exercise authority on complex submissions and referrals; provide timely, wellreasoned decisions that balance growth and risk.
• Strengthen underwriter capability on multiline accounts and ensure consistent application of underwriting guidelines and pricing discipline.
• Maintain and grow visible, trusted relationships with external brokers, agents and other market partners to support new business and retention.
• Partner with claims, actuarial, reinsurance, product and legal teams to evaluate large or unusual exposures, leverage loss trends, and refine appetite and terms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives underwriting process enhancements, data / analytics adoption, and knowledge sharing with a positive, changeoriented approach.
• Represent the company at industry events, broker meetings and internal forums to articulate the firms value proposition and marketplace positioning.
• Monitor portfolio performance and KPIs (e.g., premium growth, loss ratio, combined ratio, retention) and take corrective action as required.

Qualifications

Qualifications

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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