Senior Underwriter, Products Liability & Contractors

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Underwriter, Products Liability & Contractors at Hamilton Select. This role is based in Richmond, VA, but remote candidates with appropriate qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite challenging and complex new and renewal submissions within underwriting guidelines and make sound risk decisions that balance our growth and profitability targets
• Negotiate terms and conditions consistent with our coverage-focused underwriting strategies
• Market our insurance products through various communications channels and occasional business travel
• Develop mutually beneficial partnerships and nurture relationships with our appointed wholesale brokers
• Monitor key metrics and ratios with an eye on efficiency and profitability
• Aid in training and mentoring of less experienced employees
• Participate in special projects and corporate initiatives

Requirements

• Demonstrable underwriting experience specializing in Products Liability or Contractors
• Deep technical knowledge of casualty and other liability lines of insurance
• Existing relationships within the wholesale broker community and the demonstrated ability to build effective relationships
• Strong internal and external communication skills, both verbal and written
• Keen attention to detail, sharp analytical competence, and advanced problem-solving skills
• Acute focus on customer service to meet and exceed our best-in-class service aspirations
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, with commensurate work experience considered
• CPCU designation or other industry coursework preferred, but not required

Conduct Standards

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• Act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers

What you can expect from us

• A competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:
• Hybrid working
• Matching 401K plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Generous time off (including parental leave)
• Continued support for professional development
• Gym subsidy
• My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work)