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Executive Underwriter, Property
HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, we manage the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our extensive portfolio of products and services, combined with an international network of local insurers in over 150 countries, enables us to offer comprehensive domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S.-based multinational companies.
We are currently seeking a seasoned Executive Underwriter, Property to join our team. This role focuses on underwriting large and complex property risks across a wide array of industry sectors, contributing to the profitability and strategic growth of our portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
HDI Global Insurance Company is a commercial property and casualty insurer headquartered in Chicago, IL. As a wholly owned subsidiary of HDI Global SE, we manage the industrial lines division of the Talanx Group. Our extensive portfolio of products and services, combined with an international network of local insurers in over 150 countries, enables us to offer comprehensive domestic and global insurance solutions for U.S.-based multinational companies.
We are currently seeking a seasoned Executive Underwriter, Property to join our team. This role focuses on underwriting large and complex property risks across a wide array of industry sectors, contributing to the profitability and strategic growth of our portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and manage a book of large, complex property accounts, including shared and layered placements, high-hazard occupancies, and multinational programs.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key brokers, clients, and industry partners to drive profitable growth.
- Assess and price risks by analyzing complex property exposures, including natural catastrophe modeling, and loss history.
- Collaborate across departments, including Risk Engineering, Claims, and Reinsurance, to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to client needs.
- Lead negotiations on terms and conditions, endorsements, and manuscript wordings to ensure appropriate coverage and risk mitigation.
- Stay up to date on market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging risks, contributing to pricing strategies, product development, and underwriting guidelines.
- Represent HDI at industry events and client meetings to promote our capabilities and expand market presence.
Qualifications
- 10 years of commercial property underwriting experience, with a focus on large accounts, complex occupancies, or multinational programs.
- Bachelor's degree required; industry certifications such as CPCU, ARM, or equivalent preferred.
- Strong technical underwriting expertise in property lines including fire, natural catastrophe, manufacturing, real estate, and logistics.
- In-depth knowledge of property forms, manuscript wording, reinsurance structures, and pricing methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence at a senior level with both internal and external stakeholders. Ability to mentor and coach junior team members.
- Proven experience in building and maintaining broker and client relationships in major hubs.
- Willingness to travel for client, broker, and industry engagements.
The base salary range for this position is $170,000–$220,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and geographic location.
Benefits HDI Global Insurance Company offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Telemedicine and Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Transit and Parking Benefits
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Equal Opportunity Employer
HDI Global Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
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Salary : $170,000 - $220,000