Personal Lines Property Underwriter- High Net Worth (hybrid/Remote)
Location: Broomfield, CO or Remote
About the role
We are seeking a skilled Personal Lines Property Underwriter to join our underwriting team. As a high-net-worth underwriter, you will evaluate and underwrite complex household and specialty risks for affluent clients. You will collaborate closely with brokers to assess exposures, structure tailored coverages, and support profitable portfolio growth.
Responsibilities
- Apply technical expertise and market knowledge to evaluate personal lines exposures, focusing on high-value dwellings, scheduled personal property, and liability coverages.
- Utilize Catastrophe modeling software and geographic hazard tools to assess and mitigate wildfire exposure for HNW properties.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with broker partners to drive opportunities and support business objectives.
- Clearly communicate underwriting decisions, terms, and market options to brokers and internal partners.
- Achieve production targets and portfolio metrics while maintaining acceptable loss ratios.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced underwriting staff regarding HNW products and relevant exposures.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years progressive underwriting experience in personal lines with substantial exposure to high net worth accounts.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in insurance, business risk management preferred.
- Proven experience underwriting risks in wildfire-prone regions, including knowledge of brush clearance standards and structural mitigation strategies.
- Proficiency with underwriting systems, standard office software, and exposure to CAT modeling or geographic risk assessment tools.
- Excellent verbal and written skills to present complex underwriting rationale to brokers and internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage multiple accounts and meet production goals in a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience focused specifically on HNW personal lines.
- Relevant professional designations (e.g., INS, CPCU, AINS) or certifications related to specialty underwriting.
- A track record of developing strong broker partnerships and growing a profitable book of business.
- Previous experience in mentoring or leadership capacity.
Benefits
- Flexible, hybrid work schedule with a culture of collaboration and internal mobility.
- Competitive pay with bonus potential and comprehensive benefits package.
- Generous 401k match and contribution.
- Learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and support for professional designations.
- Employee assistance programs.
Pay
The applicable base salary range for this role is $98,900 to $210,800. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
Schedule
All colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.