Job Description
Are you a strategic thinker with a keen eye for risk and a passion for driving profitable growth? Sentinel Assurance Group is seeking a Senior Insurance Underwriter to join our premier Commercial Lines division in the heart of Hartford, CT.
In this high-impact role, you will leverage advanced analytical tools and deep industry expertise to manage a complex portfolio of middle-market risks. You will be a key decision-maker, working closely with elite brokerage partners to deliver bespoke insurance solutions that protect our clients' futures. Join a culture that values innovation, technical excellence, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Analyze complex commercial risk profiles and determine appropriate pricing and coverage structures for multi-million dollar accounts.
- Foster and maintain strategic relationships with top-tier insurance brokers and regional agencies.
- Execute data-driven underwriting decisions within delegated authority levels, ensuring strict adherence to corporate guidelines.
- Collaborate with risk engineering and claims teams to evaluate loss trends and mitigate potential exposures.
- Mentor junior underwriting staff and contribute to departmental training and best-practice initiatives.
- Lead periodic portfolio reviews to ensure alignment with corporate profitability and growth objectives.
- Stay abreast of legislative changes and emerging market trends affecting the commercial insurance landscape.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in Commercial Lines underwriting with a focus on property and casualty.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, or a related field.
- Professional insurance designation such as CPCU, ARM, or AU is highly preferred.
- Proven track record of successfully managing a high-volume, high-premium book of business.
- Advanced proficiency in predictive modeling, risk assessment software, and Excel.
- Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills with a client-centric approach.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex data points into actionable decisions.