Executive Underwriting

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, grow and maintain the portfolio with the backbone of the book being superior accounts that enjoy premium service levels in recognition of their top tier status.
• Laser focus on profitable underwriting that will complement the current portfolio, including adherence to the Canopius Property view of risk guidelines.
• Maintain existing broker relationships as well as develop new key relationships for the Open Market Property team.
• Engage in production trips across the U.S. expanding Canopius’ reach and promoting its growing & lasting presence as a go-to Property market in the States.
• Be an active participant in the Property Insurance Industry, partaking in educational & social events, and taking leadership positions when possible.
• Maintain consistent communication and contact with brokers, via phone calls, weekly lunches, & industry meet-ups.
• Engage consistently with Canopius Distribution team and external broker distribution teams for pipelining and regional growth initiatives.
• Work closely with underwriters within your team for training, underwriting, marketing, risk selection, and pricing.
• Able to communicate at a high level both written and verbal and work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Insurance or business degree preferred but not required)
• A minimum of five to seven years working in the Property Open Market insurance business as an underwriter or broker
• Ability & willingness to travel domestically & abroad for work
• Effective analytical skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Confident decision-making skills
• Self-motivated
• Insurance Certifications such as the AMIM and/or CPCU designations considered but not required