Senior Underwriter - Executive Product Group (D&O, EPL, Fiduciary)

About Us

We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results.

RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company.

About the Role

Own and grow a profitable portfolio of Management Liability business through disciplined underwriting, sound judgment, and exceptional broker relationships. The successful candidate will independently evaluate complex risks, make timely underwriting decisions, and deliver a high-quality work product while contributing to the continued growth and profitability of the Wholesale Division.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, quote, bind, and manage new and renewal Management Liability submissions within underwriting authority.
• Build trusted relationships with Wholesale Brokers through responsive communication, consistent follow-through, and thoughtful underwriting decisions.
• Exercise strong underwriting judgment by evaluating financial, operational, legal, and management exposures to determine acceptable risks.
• Produce accurate, well-documented underwriting files, pricing rationale, and policy documentation requiring minimal rework.
• Effectively prioritize new business, renewals, and operational responsibilities while meeting service standards and internal deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal partners to support profitable growth and continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience, preferably in Management Liability.
• Demonstrated success managing a profitable book of business and building strong broker relationships.
• RPLU designation preferred.

Skills

• Sound underwriting judgment and analytical thinking.
• Strong knowledge of Management Liability products and underwriting strategy.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Accountability, ownership, and independent decision-making.
• Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Relationship builder with strong marketing instincts and the ability to create trusted partnerships that generate profitable business.

What Success Looks Like

• Builds trusted broker relationships that generate repeat business.
• Makes timely, well-reasoned underwriting decisions aligned with company strategy.
• Maintains exceptional underwriting quality and documentation.
• Grows a profitable portfolio while balancing production, retention, and profitability.
• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a collaborative, team-first mindset.

Pay

Base Pay Range: $111,357.00 - $156,093.00

Benefits

Financial Incentives

• Annual bonus plans
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
• Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)

Work & Life

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
• Parental and family care leave
• Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
• Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
• Employee assistance program

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Personal & Professional Growth

• Training & certification opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Education bonuses

Diversity & Inclusion

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.