SENIOR UNDERWRITER
Shepherd Insurance Agency · New York, NY · 3 mo ago
On-siteFinance$160k–$205k/yrFull-time
About the role
Shepherd is transforming how high-hazard industries get covered by making risk frictionless. Our mission is to protect progress from concept through construction and into decades of operation. We build the risk infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.
Responsibilities
- Develop and negotiate price, coverage, terms and conditions for all new business and renewals
- Identify target accounts that fit Shepherd’s underwriting appetite
- Leverage technology and data to make quick, informed underwriting decisions tailored to client needs
- Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve goals
- Negotiate on all levels with both internal and external partners
Requirements
- A minimum of 5+ years of previous experience in the commercial underwriting space (Construction, Casualty, and/or Builder's Risk experience preferred)
- A strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
- Exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written) and high emotional intelligence
- Strong sales and marketing skills to position accounts and close deals
- Knowledge and proficiency with compliance, coverage, products, and pricing strategies
- Adaptability and creativity in a fast-paced startup environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Skills
- Risk analysis
- Construction and/or casualty underwriting
- Compliance, coverage, products, and pricing strategies
Benefits
- Premium Healthcare (100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision)
- Fertility benefits and family building support
- Unlimited PTO flexibility
- Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks
- Dog-friendly office
- Professional Development access
- Competitive 401(k) Plan
Pay
$160K - $205K
Schedule
Onsite position in our New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Los Angeles, or Dallas Fort Worth offices