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ShepherdShepherdSan Francisco, CA

Senior Builders Risk/Inland Marine Underwriter

Senior underwriter responsible for developing and negotiating Builder's Risk and Inland Marine policies for high-hazard construction and infrastructure projects. Requires 5+ years commercial underwriting experience, strong sales/negotiation skills, and comfort in a fast-paced AI-insurtech startup.

160k – 205k/yr
On-site5+ YOEOther

About the role

About the Role

Shepherd's underwriting approach will be client-centric with a heavy emphasis on an efficient process. Our goal will be to leverage our technology and data to make quick, informed, underwriting decisions tailored to our client's specific needs.

Responsibilities

  • Developing and negotiating price, coverage, terms and conditions for all new business and renewals
  • Actively identifying target accounts that fit Shepherd’s underwriting appetite
  • Marketing, producer management, and new business development
  • Successfully negotiating on all levels with both internal and external partners
  • Risk analysis with a focus on construction and/or casualty underwriting
  • Demonstrating knowledge and proficiency with compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies
  • Being adaptable and creative in a fast paced startup environment

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5+ years of previous experience in the commercial underwriting space (Construction, Casualty, and/or Builder's Risk experience preferred)
  • Strong sales and marketing skills and ability to position accounts and close deals
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills (verbal and written) and a high EQ
  • Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
  • Not afraid of ambiguity
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Solid background in risk analysis and experience with construction and/or casualty underwriting
  • Knowledge and proficiency with compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies
  • Teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills

Nice-to-Haves

  • Experience in high-hazard industries or insuring infrastructure projects like data centers, semiconductor fabs, or renewable energy assets

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive base salary range of $160,000 - $205,000
  • Premium Healthcare: 100% contribution to top-tier health, dental, and vision
  • Fertility benefits and family building support
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Daily lunches, dinners, and snacks
  • Professional Development: Access to premium coaching, including leadership development
  • Competitive 401(k) Plan
  • Dog-friendly office

Skills

underwritingbuilder's riskinland marinerisk analysisconstruction underwritingcasualty underwritingNegotiationproducer managementnew business developmentCompliancepricing strategies

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