Lead Underwriter - Risk Management General Casualty

Starr Indemnity & Liability Company

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1177 Avenue of the Americas-New York, NY Until 8/22/2026 5+ years exp First posted May 20, 2026 Last posted May 20, 2026
Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

The Underwriter will be responsible for continued development and growth of the supported lead book of business. Responsibilities include all aspects of portfolio management, including solicitation of submissions, underwriting analysis, preparing, and issuing indications/quotations/binders, as well as frequent marketing appointments with clients and brokers.

This position has a clear and distinct accountability for business results for an assigned book of business including the following:

  • Evaluate and underwrite insurance applications for accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and procedures.
  • Analyze and interpret data to determine risks and potential exposures.
  • Determine appropriate coverage and pricing for each policy.
  • Build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with underwriting team members and other departments to achieve company goals and objectives.
  • Monitor performance of accounts and make recommendations for improvements or changes as needed.
  • Keep up to date with industry trends, regulations and guidelines.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years underwriting experience
  • Developed relationships with retail brokers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Other Skills/Abilities

  • Presentations
  • Excel, Word, Outlook

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

About this role

Summary

Manage underwriting portfolio, analyze risks, set coverage and pricing, build client relationships.

Job title

Lead Underwriter - Risk Management General Casualty

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

insurance

Location requirements

remote work not specified, based in New York

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

underwritingdata analysiscommunicationrelationship managementindustry knowledge

Preferred skills

presentation skillsExcelWordOutlook

Specializations

risk managementcasualtyportfolio management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

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Work arrangement unknown