Underwriting Manager, Energy

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the regional energy underwriting team, ensuring alignment with Starr’s underwriting guidelines and business strategies.
• Manage underwriting of complex energy risks—including upstream, midstream, downstream, power generation, renewables, and related segments.
• Develop and execute underwriting plans to achieve growth and profitability targets for the region.
• Review and authorize risk submissions and referrals above underwriter authority.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify trends, and adjust underwriting strategies as needed.
• Foster relationships with brokers, clients, and industry partners, while mentoring and developing underwriting staff.
• Support business development initiatives through client meetings, presentations, and industry events.
• Ensure regulatory, compliance, and audit standards are met in all underwriting activities.
• Collaborate with global and national teams on product development, market research, and large client deals.
• Contribute to operational efficiency and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or professional credentials (e.g., CPCU, ARM, CII) preferred.
• 7+ years of energy underwriting experience, including experience in a managerial or leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of energy insurance products, regulations, and market trends.
• Prominent track record of building and managing profitable portfolios.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to travel within the region for client meetings and industry events.