<div><p>At Honeycomb, were not just building technology , we’re reshaping the future of insurance. </p> <p>In 2025, Honeycomb  was ranked by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces,” and Calcalist named it as a “Top 50 Israel startup.” </p> <p>How did we earn these honors?</p> <p>Honeycomb is a rapidly growing global startup, generously backed by top-tier investors and powered by an exceptional team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers. Dual-headquartered in Chicago and Tel Aviv (R&amp;D center), and with 5 offices across the U.S., we are reinventing the commercial real estate insurance industry, an industry long overdue for disruption. Just as importantly, we ensure every employee feels deeply connected to our mission and one another.</p> <p>With over<strong> $55</strong>B in insured assets, Honeycomb operates across 18 major states, covering 60% of the U.S. population and increasing its coverage.</p> <p>If you’re looking for a place where innovation is celebrated, culture actually means something, and smart people challenge you to be better every day -  Honeycomb might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.</p> <p> </p></div><p>Senior Specialty Underwriter, Midwest </p> <h3><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h3> <p>Next-generation risk assessment – deinvesting away from binary underwriting and revisioning risk selection utilizing mega data, AI and curiosity.   Modernized underwriting using cutting edge technology to more accurately and quickly assess risk, price and bespoke coverage/terms to profitably grow and manage a book of business. Honeycomb offers an environment of personal and career growth to achieve your best self through mentorship, engaging project assignments, personalized training and develop, and internal and exterior exposure opportunities to expand your network and sphere of influence.</p> <ul> <li>Playing a pivotal role in establishing and shaping our presence in the light-nondamitted market.</li> <li>Quote and release new light nonadmitted business that has been either referred from underwriting algorithm or seeking changes that exceed user authority thresholds</li> <li>Analyze and approve requested policy changes, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Maintain familiarity and compliance with E&amp;S state insurance regulations and ISO rules for all states within assigned underwriting territory</li> <li>Maintain open, transparent and supportive communications with team members and interdivisional partners</li> <li>Monitor E&amp;S portfolio composition via reports, audits and inspections</li> <li>Support marketing functions and efforts to build and promote Honeycomb</li> <li>Complete special projects and assignments</li> <li>Some travel as deemed necessary &lt;10%</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h3><strong>Basic Requirements</strong></h3> <ul> <li>5+ years of Habitational underwriting/insurance experience </li> <li>Strong knowledge of habitational insurance products, coverages, and underwriting principles.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience preferred</li> <li>Retail agency relationship preferred</li> <li>Curiosity, hardworking, self-accountable, positive attitude, humble and fun</li> <li>Have an opinion, share your opinion and be open to other opinions</li> <li>Passion to obtain, retain and employ knowledge – as well as share knowledge</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li> <li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail </li> <li>Territory is IL, MI, OH, IN, WI (soon to be MN as well) </li> <li>Candidate should be located in the defined MidWest territory with a working understanding of the MidWest insurance landscape </li> </ul> <h3><strong>Benefits</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Base Salary: $100,000 - $125,000</li> <li>Variable Bonus - Paid Quarterly </li> <li>Health Benefits</li> <li>Employee options grant </li> <li>401K  </li> <li>Flexible paid time off</li> <li>Paid national holidays</li> </ul>

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Senior Specialty Underwriter, Midwest

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