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ShepherdShepherdNew York, NY

Executive Underwriter

Negotiates pricing, coverage, and terms for commercial construction and casualty insurance policies. Identifies target accounts, performs risk analysis, and drives new business development with 7+ years underwriting experience.

185k – 228k/yr
On-site7+ YOEOther

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Develop and negotiate price, coverage, terms and conditions for all new business and renewals
  • Actively identify target accounts that fit Shepherd’s underwriting appetite
  • Demonstrate success in marketing, producer management, new business development
  • Successfully negotiate on all levels with both internal and external partners
  • Conduct risk analysis with focus on construction and/or casualty underwriting
  • Apply knowledge of compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies

Requirements

  • Minimum 7+ years of previous experience in commercial underwriting (Construction, Casualty, and/or Builder's Risk preferred)
  • Strong work ethic, self-motivated, ability to manage multiple tasks/projects
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written) and high EQ
  • Strong sales and marketing skills to position accounts and close deals
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills required
  • Be adaptable and creative in a fast paced startup environment

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience with construction and/or casualty underwriting

Skills

Commercial UnderwritingConstruction InsuranceCasualty InsuranceBuilder'S RiskRisk AnalysisPricing StrategiesCoverage NegotiationCompliance KnowledgeSales SkillsMarketing Skills

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