Sr. Commercial Lines Underwriter

About the role

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. One80 Intermediaries is seeking a Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter to join our growing team in New York, NY. We’re seeking a Senior Underwriter with a strong background in commercial lines insurance to market new and renewal accounts and effectively communicate with carriers.

One80 Intermediaries is part of Arrowhead Intermediaries, a global insurance distribution platform that offers deep specialization, scale, and innovation across wholesale brokerage, program administration, and specialty insurance. With more than 7,000 professionals worldwide and a collective portfolio exceeding $18 billion in premium placed in 2024, our combined organization delivers a diverse trading platform for insurance carriers as well as expanded access and niche solutions for brokers and customers navigating complex and hard-to-place risks. The platform combines entrepreneurial culture with operational excellence to deliver tailored solutions and long-term value across the insurance ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates information to determine risk acceptability in accordance with company guidelines.
• Makes appropriate decisions based on the evaluation of underwriting information.
• Effectively communicates and negotiates underwriting and pricing decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Documents decisions in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Acts with a sense of urgency on all inquiries/requests.
• Provides outstanding customer service.
• Underwrites a moderate book of business with a moderate to complex risk profile.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or higher, plus 5 years of relevant commercial Property & Casualty underwriting experience.
• Additional 2 years of commercial P&C underwriting experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Excess and Surplus Lines experience is highly preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Mandarin) is strongly preferred.
• Must have the ability to react and respond quickly and professionally.
• Must provide creative, analytical, and innovative thinking to ensure productive problem‑solving.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
• Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
• Beyond Benefits: