What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Underwriter, Excess Construction position at Starr Indemnity & Liability Company?
Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world. Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents. Position Overview The position entails development and servicing of excess construction portfolio. The Senior Underwriter will be responsible for all aspects of portfolio management, including solicitation of submissions, underwriting analysis, preparing and issuing indications/quotations/binders, and tracking new business pipeline. Essential Job Functions Develop, oversee and underwrite the construction excess business Achieve budgeted premium goals Develop retail and wholesale brokerage relationships Manage production and excess construction staff in the Mid-Atlantic Region Job Requirements Candidates should be organized, disciplined insurance underwriting professionals that can work effectively in a dynamic environment and possess the following: At least 5 years’ experience underwriting mid to large construction excess accounts Must have relationships with construction brokers Must possess technical casualty underwriting capabilities Proven sales and business development skills in a dynamic marketplace Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills Advanced proficiency in computer applications: Excel, Word and PowerPoint Bachelor’s degree preferred NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people. Starr Insurance is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce. https://starrcompanies.com/Careers
