Senior Underwriter, Public Companies, Financial Lines
Chicago, IL (Unknown)
$96K/yr – $118K/yrSenior Level2+ years expFull time
Posted 5 days ago
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Job Summary
Own and execute profitable growth strategies in Public, Financial Lines by underwriting new and renewal business, building broker relationships, and negotiating terms, while mentoring junior underwriters and collaborating across distribution and lines to pursue cross-sell opportunities.
- Lead broker engagement and risk appraisal to align appetite and client needs.
- Drive new business through broker networks, events, and cross-functional collaboration.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- This role is your opportunity to drive profitable growth in Public, Financial Lines by working on creative solutions for complex risks.
- You will be responsible for underwriting a range of new and renewal business, using your proven relationship building skills.
- We want you to work closely with brokers to communicate risk appetite and our value proposition – and to understand the deal structures, terms and products that best meets clients’ needs.
- You will then negotiate pricing, terms & conditions, and deal structure with brokers and clients.
- It will be important to generate new business by expanding your broker network, attending broker events, and building new relationships across the market.
- You will collaborate with AIG Distribution, territory managers, and underwriters in other business lines to target desirable accounts and cross-selling opportunities.
- As a senior member of the team, you will set a high standard of customer service to brokers and clients – providing an example for junior colleagues to follow.
- You will also provide guidance, mentoring and training to less-experienced underwriters – and support them in building their broker network.
Requirements
- 2-4 years of relevant professional experience.
- Commercial Insurance Company, Agency or Brokerage experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university
- Demonstrated sales, marketing, and relationship building experience
- 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, especially regarding technical aspects
- Comfort with financial statements, analytical tools and technology.
Preferred
- Working knowledge of Financial Lines products is preferred
Benefits
- A range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview.
- Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.
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