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Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings: 1

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.

That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

PURPOSE
Underwrite new and renewal business in a Business Unit for assigned offices. Considers all strategic aspects of the situation and can make independent decisions within underwriting authority.

Assist field office in achieving their budgeted financial results (premium, loss ratio, retention, commissions, pricing, and new business) through execution of Business Unit strategies.

Support sales goals and plans of field offices and help build and maintain producer relationships.

Communicate product information and strategies to field offices and provide technical leadership when necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES - UNDERWRITING

Underwrite and assess risk for Bond & Financial Products and accounts in a Business Unit. Make appropriate decisions within own underwriting authority and make appropriate recommendations to referral Underwriter.

Underwrite most complex/demanding accounts and risks and consider different approaches toward risks to maximize profitability (e.g., pricing, retention, endorsements, limits, indemnity, and security) by considering all factors related to the account.

Within authority limit, make timely and prudent decisions consistent with Bond & Financial Products Business Unit requirements and standards and within submission timeframe.

Understand and communicate segment strategies to the field. Execute strategies on their accounts to produce budgeted results. Actively seek feedback regarding strategies and work with the field to take actions necessary to address issues.

Portfolio Management - Continuously manage portfolio of business (maintain quality of business required by Business Unit strategy).

Accountable for accurate underwriting documentation/ information in account management systems and adherence to documentation standards. Monitors and reports on finding for the field.

Act as the Hub or industry/subject resident expert.

As the referral Underwriter, assure that policies and accounts are effectively underwritten, handled and documented in compliance with Business Unit and regulatory standards and requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES - SALES MANAGEMENT

Act as a partner with the Field to review sales plans and determine appropriate levels of Home Office visibility to support producer relationships. Work strategically and tactically with producers to ensure appropriate level of understanding of company goals and objectives.

May participate with Field on account specific direct sales efforts to influence the outcome of the sale.

Partner with the Field Office on sensitive account specific communication and participate in the communication if necessary.

Support and encourage cross sell opportunities within Bond & Financial Products and Travelers.

Participate in producer and industry functions to increase visibility in the marketplace, network with key players in the territory and industry, and increase knowledge of the industry.

Producer and account interaction focuses on meeting customer expectations regarding response time and knowledge of products and business.

RESPONSIBILITIES - OPERATIONS

Maintain a collaborative relationship with Field Office and Home Office (i.e. Claim, Legal) colleagues.

Actively participate in Business Unit and Hub meetings.

Demonstrate superior responsiveness to the Field (consistency, quick response, knowledge of products).

Interact and participate on national projects having an impact on the business. Leads projects as required.

Execute on policies, procedures, and strategies.

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]> http://travelers.jobs2web.com/job/HARTFORD-Underwriting-Manager-Job-CT-06101/678684/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://travelers.jobs2web.com/job/HARTFORD-Underwriting-Manager-Job-CT-06101/678684/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS Job ID: 790521
Location: CT-Hartford

Available Openings: 1

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.

That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

SUMMARY:

The Enterprise Underwriting team develops and communicates underwriting strategies and guidelines, establishes corporate underwriting appetite with all business units, chief underwriting officers, underwriting officer teams and legal, providing expertise to ensure consistency across the Company as appropriate while supporting the results for each business unit-s overall profitability, growth and retention of Business Insurance.

Business partners include Business Heads, Chief Underwriting Officers, Product Leads, Actuaries, Operation Leads, Legal, Risk Control, Claim, Government Relations, Regulatory/Compliance and external industry partners.

The role of Enterprise Underwriting is to ensure underwriting quality and consistency and to leverage appropriate resources to support business unit profitability, growth and retention.

Position reports to Enterprise Underwriting Officer.

Salary and job grade may vary depending on experience.

ENTERPRISE UW DIRECTOR PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Underwriting Positions and Guidelines

Working with business partners, will develop and author Underwriting Positions and Guidelines. Will serve as a resource and (subject matter expert) for business units on authored guidelines. Will monitor trends and update authored Underwriting Guidelines as needed.

Underwriting Appetite & Authority
Support work related to defining enterprise underwriting appetite
Underwriting Audits & Procedures
Participate in Business Unit, Reinsurance and International audits
CURES
Represent Enterprise Underwriting at specified CUREs (collaborative underwriting reviews), identify and follow-up on action items and complete CURE summary reports.
Emerging Issues
Perform research and develop strategies
Prepare information to educate and direct CUOs and business units

Climate, Energy & the Environment

Lead or assist with the coordination and execution of initiatives related to climate, energy and the environment such as: Risk Identification/Management; Product/Market & Services development; and Public Policy and Industry Leadership. Chair sub-committee of the Enterprise committee on Climate, Energy and the Environment.

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Underwriting Best Practices & Monitoring
Serve as a designated EU liaison with specific Business Units and Corporate Groups
Support the work related to Federal/State Legislation, Business Risk Committee and Industry Organizations
Direct and support enterprise response to Regulatory directives and Compliance initiatives
Create and execute monitoring reports

Manage and Share Underwriting Knowledge & Information
Participate in or lead the development of BU underwriting communications
Support Enterprise-Wide information repositories

Education & Training
Support and deliver underwriting and technical training to Business Units and agency producers
Product Initiatives
Participate in product initiatives that present enterprise-wide opportunities with support areas and business units
Provide expertise, guidance, feedback, resources (if necessary) and training at prescribed touch points for existing products and in connection with the product development process

Collaborate with various partners to ensure implementation of underwriting strategies and product Initiatives

WORK EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE:

Experience Minimum of five years underwriting experience

OTHER COMPETENCIES/SKILLS:

Leadership - Strong strategic thinker and decision-maker. Consistently sets clear direction by defining goals and priorities. Develops trust through demonstrated personal integrity. Establishes and maintains an environment that promotes teamwork and encourages everyone to act in the best interest of the Company. Demonstrates the ability to appropriately influence behaviors. Energizes others to achieve the highest standards.
Business Knowledge - Strong underwriting skills. Strong understanding of products, financials, and service requirements. Takes intelligent risks.
Communication Skills - Strong oral and written communication skills. Clearly articulates ideas in a concise manner. Listens to and understands what others are saying. Knows how to express ideas within a marketing environment. Strong written and oral communication skills.
Customer Focus - Identifies customer needs and takes appropriate action to meet those needs. Acts with a sense of urgency.
Teamwork - Establishes strong coalitions and networks both within and outside of the organization and company. Works with all levels and can easily build new relationships.
Self Management - Takes responsibility for decisions and actions. Manages own work, performance and development. Understands the business and responds to all related issues, concerns and problems. Knows how to get things done.

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Location: CT-Farmington

Available Openings: 2

Committed. Competitive. Constructing our Future.

That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

We are seeking a self motivated professional with solid commercial property/casualty insurance underwriting experience looking to challenge themselves in the field of underwriting alternative risk transfer products. This individual would work within a team of motivated professionals to develop, underwrite, price and service various types of captive programs.

Specific responsibilities include:
Development and underwriting of captive programs that support long and short term business strategies that effectively achieve profit and growth objectives.
Working with Marketing, Actuarial, Finance, Operations and Claim personnel to develop and maintain relationships with various outside production sources.
Participation in the marketing and business planning of existing programs consistent with program growth and expansion objectives.
Development and communication of program underwriting guidelines, strategy, terms and conditions.
Oversight of captive program underwriting performance.

Qualifications:
College degree or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of five years of Property & Casualty commercial lines underwriting work experience.
Group Captive experience a plus, but not required
Solid knowledge of technical underwriting.
Excellent analytical/problem solving skills.
Strong computer skills, e.g., Excel - pivot tables, spreadsheet development using formulae.
Strong collaboration and relationship building ability.
Strong negotiating skills; able to solicit win-win results.
Effective, articulate and professional communication and presentation skills.
Direct client contact experience required
Must be self-motivated and goal-oriented; able to make sound business decisions and take initiative.
Good leadership skills.
Professional designations, e.g., CPCU, ARe, ARM nice to have but not necessary.

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