Underwriter, Professional Liability

About the role

We’re looking for an Underwriter, Professional Liability. Hamilton Select is looking for an experienced underwriter to join our Professional Liability team, underwriting E&O insurance for lawyers, architects & engineers, insurance agents, real estate agents/brokers, accountants, and a range of miscellaneous E&O accounts. We prefer to base the position in Richmond, VA, but we will consider a remote working location for appropriately qualified candidates.

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

• Two or more years of Professional Liability underwriting experience with underwriting authority, preferably in Excess and Surplus (E&S) Lines
• Deep technical knowledge of professional liability or products liability 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, with commensurate work experience considered
• RPLU designation or other industry coursework preferred, but not required

Skills

• Ability to travel from time to time to promote our corporate interests

Benefits

At Hamilton, we offer 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)

Pay

Competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus

Schedule

Hybrid working