Senior Underwriting Manager, Financial Institutions
3+ months ago• New York, NY
Description
Liberty Mutual is seeking a Financial Institutions underwriting leader for the Eastern Region. Responsibilities include the management of staff, development of products, nurturing of broker/agent relationships and the generation of profitable new and renewal financial lines business. Serves as a leading technical authority within Financial Institutions in the Eastern Region, seen as a "go-to" advisor on subject matter by colleagues within the segment, including by senior underwriting leaders.
- Drives a culture of underwriting excellence across entire portfolio for Financial Institutions D&O, EPLI, and Fiduciary lines of business.
- Drives change initiatives within the team.
- Maintains a visible external profile and excellent relationships with external brokers/agents, partners and stakeholders, leveraging these relationships to help the team achieve their goals and expand their own networks.
- Acts as a point of escalation/referral on particularly tricky or novel underwriting decisions.
- Upholds and exemplifies Liberty`s value proposition across the business and market.
- May cover for manager where required.
- Accountable for the performance of a portfolio (or part thereof) within a sub-segment of business underwritten by the team. S
- pecific technical responsibilities (e.g., related to planning, portfolio management, marketing, product development etc.).
- Will continue underwriting specific policies and delivering the work of an Underwriter.
- Degree in Business or equivalent typically required
- 10 years expected, typically 15 years or more, of progressive underwriting experience and/or other related business experience
- Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility and across product line/territory
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external partners required
- Must demonstrate comprehension of most complex technical underwriting issues and be capable of defining and implementing necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to properly manage or administer those issues
- Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business
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Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
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Client-provided location(s): New York, NY
Job ID: liberty_mutual-2025-72276-en_1
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-19T20:09:13
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Casual Dress
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Promote From Within
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Shadowing Opportunities
Diversity and Inclusion
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