P&C Middle and Large Technology Underwriting Industry Director

Underwriting Director - UQ06CD

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The Hartford's Middle and Large Technology Industry vertical is seeking a Managing Director who will lead and manage our Northeast Division Middle and Large Casualty Technology Underwriting Referral team. This dynamic and experienced leader will bring expertise to the underwriting of technology risks, including primary property and casualty, umbrella, multinational, Tech E&O, Media Liability and Cyber.

The role involves leading a team of production underwriters across multiple regional offices to manage the P&L, achieve production goals, attract, retain and develop Middle and Large Technology underwriting talent, and assist in managing the network of distribution partners. The Northeast Technology, Managing Director will report to the Head of Business, Technology and will be part of the national Middle and Large Technology Practice Leadership.

• Lead divisional underwriting strategy and execution for the Middle and Large Technology book.
• Serve as a referral resource and subject matter expert on complex, multi-line technology risks.
• Oversee new business triage and pre-renewal strategy sessions.
• Ensure underwriting quality, documentation, and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Contribute to the national Technology strategic framework and execution.
• Identify market opportunities and develop innovative underwriting solutions.
• Collaborate across divisions to cross-sell and expand market presence.
• Maintain a robust pipeline and support sales and marketing initiatives.

• Manage and grow relationships with key brokers and clients.
• Conduct stewardship meetings and represent The Hartford brand externally.
• Deliver training and development to underwriters and partners on Technology trends and products.

• Lead a high-performing team of production underwriters across the region.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Attract, retain, and develop top underwriting talent.
• Align divisional resources with enterprise goals and partner organizations.

• Minimum of 15 years of P&C Commercial Underwriting experience is required; 10+ years of Tech Underwriting including E&O carrier underwriting experience preferred.
• Expertise in marketing and evaluating complex complex multi-line Technology risks
• Exceptional technical underwriting acumen and analytical skills; thorough attention to detail and strong underwriting documentation.
• Demonstrative and proven expertise in the positioning, presentation, negotiation and closing of Technology proposals.
• Prior people leadership and management experience strongly preferred; effective coaching and mentoring skills required.
• Inspiring presentation, storytelling, and executive communication skills with the ability to create concise but powerful content and visuals to influence a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a matrixed environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel ~25% of the time.
• This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).