54 lead underwriter jobs found in Chicago

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee The Opportunity: The purpose of this role is to underwrite business in accordance with the business plan within set underwriting guidelines, service standards and within individual earned or delegated underwriting authority.. This role involves underwriting complex new businesses within our Life Sciences business unit. Additionally, the role is responsible for building and maintaining broker relationships, applying technical expertise, contributing to business results, staying informed about industry standards and new product introductions. •        Location: Preferably Chicago, IL but open to other locations •        Work Arrangement: hybrid working expectations •         The starting salary for this role is between $136,500.00 and $204,500.00 Your new role Contribute to the delivery of the annual business plan for the respective business unit by making appropriate decisions....

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people . At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world.  Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Job Description Are you looking for your next opportunity?   Sompo has a unique opportunity for...

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people . At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world.  Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Job Description Are you looking for your next opportunity? Sompo has a unique opportunity for an...

Position Summary The Product Development Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the new product development strategy and prioritizing niche markets within specialty insurance. The role drives innovation, establishes KPIs, provides regular updates to senior management, engages with clients, and partners, and develops training materials on new specialty insurance products. They lead a collaborative team of product development professionals overseeing design, risk analysis, pricing, and end-to-end product management. What will your job entail? Job Responsibilities: Leads and manages a team of product development professionals—including product managers, analysts, and specialists—while fostering a collaborative and innovative culture that drives the successful delivery of new insurance product initiatives. Partners with Project Management, Product Management, Process Engineering and IT to ensure alignment and execution of business priorities. Follows...

About HUB In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the world’s largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected — through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep, and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community. Why Choose HUB? Throughout our network of more than 550 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success. At HUB, we believe in investing in the future of our employees and provide continuous opportunities for growth and development .   Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment...

Responsibilities Build, maintain, and grow a book of business Manage agency relationships and serve as lead client contact Create and execute marketing plan to increase new and renewal business Rate, quote and bind each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing for large or complex renewals as well as new business Develop and submit underwriting referrals to company brokerage facilities and Burns & Wilcox management   Monitor key metrics to formulate corrective action impacting new business hit, renewal retention, premium growth, and loss ratio Lead, train, and develop Assistant and Associate Underwriters Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience   Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience required, excess & surplus experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing...

Th is is an opportunity to join Ascot Group - one of the world’s preeminent specialty risk underwriting organizations.   Designed as a modern-era company operating through an ecosystem of interconnected global operating platforms, we’re bound by a common mission and purpose: One Ascot. Our greatest strength is a talented team who flourish in a collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture, steeped in underwriting excellence, integrity, and a passion to find a better way, The Ascot Way.   The Ascot Way guides our people and our organization. Our underwriting platforms collaborate to find creative ways to deploy our capital in a true cross-product and cross-platform approach. These platforms work as one, deploying our capital creatively through our unique Fusion Model: Client Centric, Risk Centric, Technology Centric.   Built to be resilient, Ascot maximizes client financial security while delivering bespoke products and world class service — both pre- and post-claims....

Why Join Risk Consulting at AIG?   Risk Consulting at AIG is about teamwork! It is about utilizing your resources, working together to solve real world problems, and making a positive impact on our client’s futures. When asked, “why do we enjoy what we do?” The answer is simple, the people.   The role of an Account Risk Engineer is critical to what we do at AIG, both as a risk management resource to our clients and as a leading global insurance organization. Account Risk Engineers are responsible for working with clients to identify and mitigate risks to their business such as fire, flood, windstorm, equipment breakdown etc.  A Day in the Life   Looking for variety and a challenge? Client’s range in size, scope, and complexity. One day you may be discussing the loss prevention strategy on an account with an underwriter, the next, surveying a manufacturing plant or diving into the contingent business interruption risks of an account. The key to success isn’t about...

About Us  We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us.  RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company....

  *This position is open to multiple Burns & Wilcox branch offices across the US.*   When retail agents and brokers have successful clients who require coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to the Private Client Practice at Burns & Wilcox. Our Underwriters have full underwriting authority to build and grow a profitable book of Private Client business across the US and Canada.  Burns & Wilcox offers unparalleled resources and exposure for those looking to excel in the specialty insurance career.  Interested? Join our team! Responsibilities Build a growing book of profitable Private Client business Manage agency relationships and serve as lead client contact Provide a Best in Class customer service experience for our retail partners Execute on the national marketing strategy to increase new and renewal business Work within granted authority and program guidelines to...

Position Summary Velocity Risk, a subsidiary of Ryan Specialty, is seeking an experienced Underwriter II to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about specialty property insurance and eager to contribute to a fast-paced, data-driven environment focused on catastrophe-prone risks. Velocity Risk specializes in Excess & Surplus Property insurance, offering tailored solutions for businesses exposed to hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, and other catastrophic perils. We combine cutting-edge data analytics, machine learning, and geospatial imagery with deep industry expertise to deliver superior underwriting and claims management services. Our mission is to connect risk with capital in innovative ways, especially in underserved markets, helping property owners recover quickly and efficiently after loss events. What will your job entail? As a Large Commercial Underwriter II , you are responsible for analyzing and underwriting business for...

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠. Position Summary   Develop and underwrite a profitable E&S (non‑admitted) Property portfolio by building and deepening relationships with approved wholesale brokers across the region—including travel, presentations, and product training—while deploying capacity, setting pricing, negotiating terms, and monitoring portfolio performance under the guidance of Regional Property Management. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Under the guidance of Regional Property Management and within the company guidelines, develop a profitable book of business in the E&S Property specialty. Develop and maintain relationships with approved wholesale brokers, including but not...

Description Summary: The Insurance Sales Executive Senior – Commercial P&C is a high-impact, commission-based sales role offering significant income potential. This position requires strong consultative selling skills, effective communication, and a deep understanding of the insurance industry. We provide a comprehensive three-year income transition plan to support your success from day one. The ideal candidate will be skilled in pursuing and closing sales in the Commercial Property and Casualty space, particularly with clients in the $50M–$500M+ revenue range. Expertise across all lines of commercial P&C insurance—including loss sensitive and group captive insurance programs—is essential. A strong focus on business development and strategic growth is critical to success in this role. Key Responsibilities: Drive business development by identifying and cultivating new client opportunities through internal...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. CNA has long been a strong presence in the E&S market, providing solutions that address complex risks across many industries. Over the last several years, we have invested heavily in dedicated, specialized E&S teams, underscoring our commitment to this space. Join this elite team of Healthcare Underwriters at Cardinal E&S, a CNA brand, who are high level individual contributors handling...

At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as an Executive Underwriter, AIG Risk Management (AIGRM) to play your part in that transformation. It’s an opportunity to grow your skills and experience as a valued member of the team. Make you mark in Underwriting AIG underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, Multinational Clients, and High Net Worth individuals. We are reimagining how we help customers to manage risk, transforming our operating model, and reshaping our role responsibilities and career pathways. The goal is to unlock the full potential in each colleague – empowering our people to grow as insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG. How you will create an impact The Executive Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting the Workers’ Compensation, General Liability and Auto Liability primary Casualty...

Crum & Forster Company Overview Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+"(Superior) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry. Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work® Award  for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion. C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization.  For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit...

We are seeking an experienced Underwriter to join our Environmental team to be based in either our Berkeley Heights, NJ , Alpharetta, GA or Chicago, IL offices.  As a member of the Environmental underwriting team, you will be responsible for generating new business, growing and maintaining key broker and client relationships and overseeing a profitable portfolio of business. This position will be part of a vibrant, collaborative team of technical production underwriters. The role will report to Senior Vice President of Environmental.   Maintain and develop the Environmental book of business which mainly consists of Contractors Pollution and Professional Liability (CPPL) and Owners Protective Professional Indemnity (OPPI) business. Underwriting experience with Site pollution and/or environmental casualty products is of value but not required Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment,...

Actuary & AVP - Retail and Canada Property Pricing At AIG, we are reimagining the way we help customers to manage risk. Join us as a Actuary & Assistant Vice President - Retail and Canada Property Pricing to take on key responsibilities within a world-class actuarial function. Make your mark in Actuarial Our Actuaries are on the front lines, quantifying risk, pricing insurance and reserving losses for AIG’s major insurance operating companies, globally. We collaborate with Finance, Claims, Operations, Marketing and Risk Management, among other functions. As an AIG actuary, you will be challenged and encouraged to reach your greatest potential to help improve how we predict, manage and mitigate risk. How you will create an impact We are seeking an actuarial professional with industry expertise to lead the Retail Property pricing team.  The individual will partner with the business and support teams on strategy, risk selection, pricing, and portfolio...

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to underwrite new business and renewals for Healthcare Risk Solutions for the Central Region in a profitable manner and according to authority level and established guidelines, and drive projects having an impact on the business. Assigned larger, and more complex accounts. Use underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. Knowledgeable in coverage forms and policy language and appropriate use of forms and exclusions. Promotes the...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  For over three decades, CNA has been a trusted provider of insurance solutions for technology companies of all sizes—from emerging startups to global enterprises—across software, IT services, hardware, media, and telecommunications. Our Global Technology Practice delivers specialized coverage including Technology Errors & Omissions (Tech E&O), Cyber Liability, comprehensive international solutions, to complement our traditional Property & Casualty lines. With deep industry expertise, flexible capabilities, and a collaborative approach, we design innovative insurance programs tailored to the unique needs of each client. CNA remains the carrier of choice for our valued agent and...