Executive Underwriter Underwriting New York City

What We Do We provide savings on insurance premiums for commercial businesses that are leveraging modern technology on their worksites.

While we began with commercial construction, we're expanding into adjacent sectors, including Energy, Agriculture, and Real Estate.

Our Investors To date, Shepherd has raised over $20M from leading investors, including :

Y Combinator – W21 cohort

Susa Ventures – lead our Pre-Seed round

Spark Capital - lead our Seed round

Costanoa Ventures + Intact Ventures – lead our Series A round

And several more.

Our Team We\'re a team of technologists and insurance enthusiasts, bridging the two worlds together. Check out our team page to meet some of us!

The Role About You We are looking for a motivated and eager individual who’s passionate about the future of construction and eager to do the best work of their career.

You would be a dream candidate if…

You have a minimum of 7+ years of previous experience in the commercial underwriting space (Construction, Casualty, and / or Builder\'s Risk experience preferred)

You aren’t afraid of ambiguity

You have a strong work ethic, are self-motivated, and have the ability to manage multiple tasks / projects simultaneously

You have exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written) and a high EQ

You have strong sales and marketing skills and are able to position accounts and close deals

Underwriting duties will include developing and negotiating price, coverage, terms and conditions for all new business and renewals while actively identifying target accounts that fit Shepherd’s underwriting appetite

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

About the Role

Shepherd\'s underwriting approach will be client-centric with a heavy emphasis on an efficient process. Our goal will be to leverage our technology and data to make quick, informed, underwriting decisions tailored to our client\'s specific needs.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate success in marketing, producer management, new business development, and the ability to successfully negotiate on all levels with both internal and external partners.

Teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills are required.

Solid background in risk analysis and experience with construction and / or casualty underwriting.

Knowledge and proficiency with compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies.

Be adaptable and creative in a fast paced startup environment

This is an onsite position in our New York City, San Francisco, or Dallas Fort Worth offices.

LI-Onsite

Benefits Premium Healthcare

100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision

️ Unlimited PTO

Flexibility to take the time off, recharge, and perform

Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks

We work together, and enjoy meals together too

️ SF, NYC, or Dallas-Fort Worth Offices

Premium office spaces on both coasts with daily lunches provided

Professional Development

Access to premium coaching, including leadership development

401(k) Plan

Competitive 401(k) plan offered

Dog-friendly office

Plenty of dogs to play with and make friends with in the SF office

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