Job Description

Middle Market Marine Underwriter

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and motivated Middle Market Marine Underwriter to join a team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing organization specializing in marine insurance. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting a book of business in the middle market ocean marine sector, including hull, protection and indemnity (P&I), excess, and pollution coverages. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with the flexibility to work 2-3 days on-site.

Compensation Package

• Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package provided through Afore (details to be shared upon finalization)
• 401(k)
• Additional Perks: Commission opportunities on new business

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a book of business (BoB) with a focus on middle market ocean marine accounts, including hull, liability, excess, and pollution coverages.
• Evaluate and assess risks to determine appropriate coverage and pricing.
• Handle renewals and cross-sell additional insurance products to existing clients.
• Collaborate with brokers and account managers to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
• Provide functional knowledge of marine and commercial lines rating and primary insurance coverages.
• Quote new and renewal business, ensuring compliance with company underwriting guidelines.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Property & Casualty (P&C) license is mandatory; CPCU designation is encouraged.
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of marine hull and liability underwriting experience.
• Skills: Strong understanding of marine/commercial insurance lines, excellent analytical and decision-making skills, and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with relevant underwriting software and tools.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; proactive and detail-oriented approach; strong problem-solving abilities; and a customer-focused mindset.

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