Senior Underwriter, Inland Marine

$76,320 - $144,840/Yr

The Hartford - Birmingham, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Birmingham, AL

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

As a Senior Underwriter specializing in Inland Marine within the Middle & Large Commercial organization, you will play a pivotal role in the sales and underwriting process. Your primary responsibility will be to build exceptionally strong and lasting relationships with agents and brokers, ensuring that The Hartford is recognized as the carrier of choice. This position is not just about underwriting; it’s about quarterbacking the entire process, from strategic planning to operational excellence. You will be expected to manage the sales process effectively, identifying cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across the team. In this collaborative and results-oriented environment, you will work alongside approachable industry leaders who are committed to mentoring and inspiring their teams to succeed in the market. Your role will require a customer-first mindset, where you will put our customers at the center of everything you do. You will need to demonstrate a passion for making informed decisions by analyzing data and employing critical thinking skills. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial mindset, enabling them to make the best decisions while owning their work and following through on commitments. You will need to navigate a fluid and changing business environment, building trust and relationships among diverse groups. This position offers the opportunity for career advancement into either technical or leadership roles, depending on your aspirations and performance.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents and brokers to ensure The Hartford is the carrier of choice.
• Manage the sales process from strategic planning to operational excellence.
• Identify and develop cross-sell and up-sell opportunities across the team.
• Collaborate with other underwriters and leaders to provide tailored coverage solutions for customers.
• Analyze data and employ critical thinking skills to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills in all interactions.
• Challenge the status quo and contribute to a competitive team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 4+ years of inland marine production underwriting experience preferred for Senior Underwriter title.
• 2+ years of inland marine production underwriting experience preferred for Underwriter title.
• Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with internal and external business partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to think analytically about business problems and propose solutions.
• High energy self-starter with resilience and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Solid time management and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a hybrid work environment.
• Familiarity with the insurance industry and underwriting processes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a range of $76,320 - $144,840 based on experience and performance.
• Short-term and annual bonuses.
• Long-term incentives and on-the-spot recognition programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.