Senior Underwriter - Professional Liability

Underwriting Specialist

The purpose of this role is to support the implementation of specific business strategies by contributing to business development and growth through cultivating relationships with designated clients and making informed underwriting decisions to enhance the profitability of the portfolio. Key responsibilities involve generating new business, retaining renewals, and ensuring the overall profitability of a specific designated book of business within our Specialty insurance vertical.

Location : New York City, NY; 28 Liberty Street, 26th Floor, New York NY 10005

Work Arrangement : This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to be in the office 2-3 days per week.

The salary range for this role is between $124,000-$186,000.

Your New Role :

• Review, evaluate and price business by applying underwriting judgment and adhering to regulations.
• Identify and minimize risks through due diligence and escalation of issues when necessary.
• Mentor junior underwriters
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to recording and measurement of insurance risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with producers and customers.
• Assist with improvements in underwriting practices and pricing strategies.
• Research and obtain market intelligence to enhance profit goals.
• Contribute to special projects and department initiatives.

Required Qualifications :

Preferred Experience :

Compensation Package : The salary range for this role is provided above. This is the national range for location(s) listed. The salary offer will be decided based on the role's complexity, its location, and the candidate's professional background, including their education and experience. Beyond the base salary, regular full-time and part-time employees will also be eligible for QBEs annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. We encourage all candidates to apply, even if their salary expectations fall outside of this range, as we are committed to finding the right fit for our team.

QBE Benefits : We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to :

Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office

22 weeks of paid leave for family growth, with 12 weeks available to all parents on a gender-equal basis

Competitive 401(k) program with company match up to 8%

Well-being program including holistic wellbeing coaching, gym membership, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice

Tuition Reimbursement for professional certifications, and continuing education

Employee Network and Community QBE actively supports six Employee Networks, and many ways to give back to your community

QBE is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with QBE, please inform our Talent Acquisition team to let us know the nature of your accommodation request and your contact information.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

QBE provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; gender; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; protected veteran status; or disability or any other legally protected status.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.