Senior Underwriter, Management Liability at Chubb in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Currently, Chubb is seeking a Management Liability Senior Underwriter for our public company underwriting team. The

ideal Underwriter will have 5 or more years experience handling financial lines products for large public and/or private

companies. The level of the position will be based on the successful candidate’s experience. Key Accountability:

Responsible for profitable growth of a large, complex book of publicly traded company business. The Underwriter will

handle new and renewal business, maintain and develop broker/agent relations and collaborate with Chubb retail branches for purposes of business and market development. Major Job Functions: • Utilizes appropriate skills and

tools to underwrite large, complex new and renewal business. Conducts in-depth underwriting analysis and determines

best course of action on a risk specific basis. • Maintains underwriting quality standards. Includes appropriate file

documentation relating to final underwriting decision. • Serves as the point person for managing assigned key account

relationships and expectations. Maintains a high level of visibility through proactive account management, communication

and visitation. • Develops and executes effective strategies to generate profitable business growth. Collaborates with

branch, peers and Financial Lines management on new business and retention opportunities. • Analyzes opportunities

and creates business development strategies for assigned book of business. Prospects for new business, drives account

rounding and identifies cross-selling and alliance opportunities. • Supports and collaborates on branch sales and

marketing initiatives, assisting with new product launches and local marketing campaigns. • Supports and collaborates

on branch agency management activities, including agency analysis, planning, goal setting, education and market

engagement. • Collaborates with branches to educate agents on products, services, as well as underwriting strategies

and product marketing. Develops and/or participates in agent education events including CE courses and product fairs.

• Manages assigned broker/agency relationships and expectations. Leads and/or participates in agency analysis and

planning. Develops and executes an effective agency strategy to grow the business. • Gathers pertinent competitive

information to assist in product development recommendations. Critical Competencies: • Underwriting Acumen:

Demonstrates deep technical knowledge of Financial Lines products, competitors and marketplace. Exhibits rigor and

expertise in underwriting large, complex Management Liability risks. • Account Management: Demonstrated ability to

build strong key account relationships and manage customer expectations in changing market conditions. Proven track

record promoting business retention and profitable growth. • Deal-Making and Negotiation: Proven ability to find creative

solutions that insureds and producers need while adhering to company/ Financial Lines underwriting strategies. • Sales

and Marketing: Working knowledge of Financial Lines products and marketplace. Demonstrated ability to market and sell

Chubb’s differentiated, value added coverage and service advantages. Proven prospecting skills and effective use of

Financial Lines sales and marketing tools. • Agency Management: Ability to build strong agency relationships and manage

expectations under dynamic market conditions. • Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with multiple business units,

branch and Home Office stakeholders. Demonstrates effective consultation and partnership skills. • Communications:

Demonstrated ability to manage communications and awareness effectively between various parties of interest, including

brokers/agents, Branches, Product Managers and Management Liability Managers. 

Experience & Education: 5 plus years experience handling financial lines products for large public and/or private companies • 4 year college degree • Requisite complex business underwriting experience varies by level Chubb strives to offer a diverse and inclusive and rewarding work environment. Teamwork and mutual respect are central to how Chubb operates and we believe the best solutions draw upon diverse perspectives, experiences and skills. We operate in such a way where everyone, regardless of their singular background has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success.