Role Description
The mission of our PL Renewal Underwriter role is focused on building a profitable book of Renewal business. Ledgebrook’s vision is to deliver market relevant solutions to our key wholesale trading partners in a more frictionless environment that places an emphasis on efficiencies and quality to meet or exceed our broker’s overall needs in a risk differentiated manner. If you possess an entrepreneurial passion that includes a proven track history of delivering underwriting excellence and are seeking an opportunity to break out of the traditional insurance company mold, we’re looking for you!
As a member of the Ledgebrook team, you will:
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Regularly interact with our wholesale trading partners over the phone, virtually and in-person.
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Drive in-appetite submission flow and convert on the best opportunities quoted.
We are looking for disciplined underwriting candidates that possess a strong overall professional liability background with experience across multiple industry lines of business including Misc, E&O, Allied Healthcare.
We are flexible with both a candidate’s experience level and physical work location. The actual position title (Underwriter, Senior UW, AVP, etc.) will be dependent on a candidate’s specific experience and qualifications. We currently operate in a fully remote work environment, so we’re more focused on your experience and cultural fit than where you physically sit!
Qualifications
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A passion for delivering world-class customer service to our internal and external customers.
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Intellectual curiosity and a strong desire for innovation, rather than following the status quo.
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A hunger for continuous learning and opportunities to grow.
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Agile prioritization skills coupled with a keen sense of urgency.
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A strong drive and desire to win together as a high-performing team.
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A moral compass to "do the right thing, period." We have zero tolerance for toxic behaviors.
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An eagerness to actively participate and connect with the whole team, across remote locations.
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An honest, transparent communication style.
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A proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Requirements
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2+ years of underwriting experience, including experience underwriting Professional Liability renewals, preferred but not required.
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Experience working with admitted and non-admitted paper.
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Proven ability to manage a renewal portfolio while maintaining strong broker relationships within the wholesale distribution channel.
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Deep understanding of pricing, risk selection, and coverage structuring to achieve profitable underwriting results.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data and portfolio insights to inform underwriting decisions.
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate Ledgebrook’s underwriting appetite and value proposition to broker partners.
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
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Demonstrated problem-solving ability and sound underwriting judgment when evaluating complex risks.
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Strong customer service orientation with a responsive and solutions-focused approach to broker relationships.
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Intellectual curiosity and comfort operating in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
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Ability to make timely underwriting decisions with appropriate information and consultation.
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Strong entrepreneurial mindset and desire to build and win as part of a high-performing team.
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Willingness to travel as needed to meet with brokers, attend industry conferences, and participate in team events.
Benefits
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Competitive salary and meaningful equity ownership.
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Health Insurance 100% employer-paid option available.
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Additional benefits available include 401k plan, dental, vision & other options.
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Remote work, flexible hours.
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Unlimited time off policy.