Equipment Breakdown Underwriter

About the role

HSB, a Munich Re company, is seeking a Client Company Underwriter II to join our team in Hartford, CT, with remote options available. This position focuses on preventing loss and ensuring operational resilience through equipment breakdown insurance and related services.

Key Responsibilities

• Renewal Management: Oversee and service renewal accounts, ensuring all necessary reviews, data collection, and customer communications are completed. Prepare and send quotes, follow up with customers, and process policies for issuance.
• New Business Management: Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Assess submissions, coordinate with engineering as needed, prequalify accounts, and manage the quoting and issuance process.
• Market Knowledge & Customer Focus: Participate in internal training to expand underwriting expertise and binding authority. Attend customer meetings and ensure accuracy in rated instructions for assigned client companies.
• Client Relationship Development: Foster and develop relationships with assigned client companies through virtual calls and client visits. Prepare for meetings by reviewing account activities and addressing key topics.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in the insurance industry.
• Experience in P&C, Mechanical, or Facilities Engineering is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and sound decision-making abilities.
• Sales and customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment breakdown exposures, and coverages.
• Understanding of underwriting and marketing concepts.

At The Hartford Steam Boiler

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture and building a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued, and empowered to achieve their very best every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.