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.
About the job
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
Underwriting, Builder'S Risk, Inland Marine, Risk Analysis, Construction Underwriting, Casualty Underwriting, Negotiation, Producer Management, New Business Development, Compliance, Pricing Strategies
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