Job Description
Join Veritas Risk Partners as a Senior Insurance Underwriter and lead the future of risk management in the heart of Chicago's financial district. We're seeking a visionary professional to transform complex data into actionable insurance solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Our award-winning team operates at the intersection of technology and traditional underwriting, offering unparalleled growth opportunities in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, quarterly performance bonuses, and exclusive access to industry-leading certification programs. Enjoy flexible work arrangements, wellness stipends, and regular team off-sites at our Lake Michigan retreat.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite complex commercial insurance policies with precision, analyzing risk factors and determining coverage terms for high-value accounts
- Develop and implement cutting-edge risk assessment models using AI-driven analytics to enhance underwriting accuracy
- Mentor junior underwriters while maintaining a portfolio of 40+ commercial accounts with combined premiums exceeding $50M
- Collaborate with actuaries and data scientists to refine predictive algorithms and optimize pricing strategies
- Ensure full regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions while staying ahead of emerging regulatory trends
- Present risk recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-backed justification and strategic insights
- Drive innovation in underwriting processes through continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field; CPCU designation strongly preferred
- 7+ years of commercial property/casualty underwriting experience with proven success in high-volume environments
- Expertise in catastrophe modeling and predictive analytics tools (e.g., RMS, AIR)
- Deep understanding of insurance regulations across multiple states and emerging markets
- Advanced proficiency in SQL, R, or Python for data manipulation and analysis
- Track record of developing innovative underwriting solutions that reduced loss ratios by 15%+
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience addressing C-suite executives and regulatory bodies