Senior/Executive Underwriter, Professional Liability
Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd., Richmond, VA, United States
We’re looking for a Senior/Executive Underwriter, Professional Liability.
Hamilton Select is looking for an experienced underwriter to join our Professional Liability team, underwriting E&O insurance for lawyers, architects & engineers, insurance agents, real estate agents/brokers, accountants, and a range of miscellaneous E&O accounts.
We prefer to base the position in Richmond, VA, but we will consider a remote working location for appropriately qualified candidates.
What you will do
Underwrite challenging and complex new and renewal submissions within underwriting guidelines and make sound risk decisions that balance our growth and profitability targets
Negotiate terms and conditions consistent with our coverage-focused underwriting strategies
Market our insurance products through various communications channels and occasional business travel
Develop mutually beneficial partnerships and nurture relationships with our appointed wholesale brokers
Monitor key metrics and ratios with an eye on efficiency and profitability
Assist in training and mentoring of less experienced employees
Participate in special projects and corporate initiatives
What you require for the role
Five or more years of Professional Liability underwriting experience with underwriting authority, preferably in Excess and Surplus (E&S) Lines
Deep technical knowledge of professional liability or products liability and other liability lines of insurance
Existing relationships within the wholesale broker community and the demonstrated ability to build effective relationships
Strong internal and external communication skills, both verbal and written
Keen attention to detail, sharp analytical competence, and advanced problem-solving skills
Acute focus on customer service to meet and exceed our best-in-class service aspirations
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, with commensurate work experience considered
RPLU designation or other industry coursework preferred, but not required
Ability to travel from time to time to promote our corporate interests
What you can expect from us At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.
Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success.
Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:
Hybrid working
Matching 401K plan
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Generous time off (including parental leave)
Continued support for professional developmentGym subsidy
My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work
In good company. At Hamilton, we’re building a global specialty insurance and reinsurance company focused on underwriting expertise, enhanced by data and technology to deliver significant shareholder value.
Headquartered in Bermuda, we operate on a global basis, with over 600 employees and key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin.
Join us as we continue to drive Hamilton’s evolution into a diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company. You’ll be in an environment where our colleagues work collaboratively, share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business.
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Hamilton Select is looking for an experienced underwriter to join our Professional Liability team, underwriting E&O insurance for lawyers, architects & engineers, insurance agents, real estate agents/brokers, accountants, and a range of miscellaneous E&O accounts.
We prefer to base the position in Richmond, VA, but we will consider a remote working location for appropriately qualified candidates.
What you will do
Underwrite challenging and complex new and renewal submissions within underwriting guidelines and make sound risk decisions that balance our growth and profitability targets
Negotiate terms and conditions consistent with our coverage-focused underwriting strategies
Market our insurance products through various communications channels and occasional business travel
Develop mutually beneficial partnerships and nurture relationships with our appointed wholesale brokers
Monitor key metrics and ratios with an eye on efficiency and profitability
Assist in training and mentoring of less experienced employees
Participate in special projects and corporate initiatives
What you require for the role
Five or more years of Professional Liability underwriting experience with underwriting authority, preferably in Excess and Surplus (E&S) Lines
Deep technical knowledge of professional liability or products liability and other liability lines of insurance
Existing relationships within the wholesale broker community and the demonstrated ability to build effective relationships
Strong internal and external communication skills, both verbal and written
Keen attention to detail, sharp analytical competence, and advanced problem-solving skills
Acute focus on customer service to meet and exceed our best-in-class service aspirations
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required, with commensurate work experience considered
RPLU designation or other industry coursework preferred, but not required
Ability to travel from time to time to promote our corporate interests
What you can expect from us At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.
Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success.
Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:
Hybrid working
Matching 401K plan
Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Generous time off (including parental leave)
Continued support for professional developmentGym subsidy
My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work
In good company. At Hamilton, we’re building a global specialty insurance and reinsurance company focused on underwriting expertise, enhanced by data and technology to deliver significant shareholder value.
Headquartered in Bermuda, we operate on a global basis, with over 600 employees and key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin.
Join us as we continue to drive Hamilton’s evolution into a diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company. You’ll be in an environment where our colleagues work collaboratively, share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business.
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