Liberty Mutual - Irvine, CA
posted 4 months ago
The Executive Underwriter, Technology Lead - Middle Market, West Division at Liberty Mutual Insurance is a pivotal role responsible for developing, growing, and maintaining a profitable portfolio of technology Property & Casualty business. This position requires a strong focus on marketing and underwriting decision-making, as well as building mutually beneficial relationships with agents and brokers. The ideal candidate will be located in a West Coast market and possess active broker relationships in the area. In this role, the Executive Underwriter will engage in risk selection by reviewing, rating, underwriting, and evaluating business for insurance. This includes qualifying accounts, identifying and assessing risks, determining premiums, policy terms, and conditions, and successfully negotiating deals. The candidate will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining successful relationships with agents and brokers, demonstrating a high level of responsiveness to their objectives. This involves site visits, in-person renewal meetings, and developing a strong personal brand to maintain a quality pipeline with agents and brokers. Additionally, the Executive Underwriter will manage a complex book of technology business, analyzing the portfolio to identify opportunities for growth, profit, and diversification. This includes executing marketing plans and making marketing calls to brokers. The role also involves documenting deals comprehensively, ensuring compliance with state regulations and underwriting guidelines. Leadership is a key component, as the Executive Underwriter will guide, mentor, and coach less experienced underwriters and account analysts, providing regular updates and support. Continuous improvement is emphasized in this position, with the expectation that the Executive Underwriter will actively participate in generating suggestions and problem-solving activities to enhance team performance. The role requires advanced knowledge of insurance products, underwriting, pricing, risk selection, and the regulatory environment, along with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. A bachelor's degree and significant relevant experience, including a minimum of five years in underwriting technology business, are preferred.