Key Responsibilities:

Underwriting & Portfolio Management

• Independently underwrite and manage a portfolio of Professional Liability risks, with a primary focus on Architects & Engineers accounts.

• Evaluate small and middle market risks, including complex exposures, to ensure sound risk selection and profitable portfolio growth.

• Analyze submissions, financial information, loss history, and operational exposures to determine appropriate pricing, coverage structure, and terms.

• Underwrite both admitted and surplus lines business within delegated underwriting authority.

Broker & Market Development

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with retail brokers and distribution partners on a national basis.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within targeted markets and industry segments.

• Negotiate pricing, coverage, and policy terms while maintaining underwriting discipline and profitability objectives.

• Collaborate with brokers to develop solutions that meet client needs and support long-term business growth.

Strategy & Technical Expertise

• Support underwriting leadership in executing portfolio strategies and achieving business objectives.

• Monitor market conditions, industry trends, and competitive developments impacting Professional Liability business.

• Contribute technical expertise related to A&E Professional Liability and other E&O products, including Accountants Professional Liability exposures.

• Assist in the development and enhancement of underwriting guidelines, product offerings, and best practices.

Collaboration & Portfolio Performance

• Partner with Claims, Actuarial, Product, Legal, and Compliance teams to support underwriting decisions and portfolio management.

• Monitor portfolio performance, including premium growth, retention, profitability, and loss ratio trends.

• Maintain accurate underwriting documentation and ensure compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced underwriting staff as needed.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Insurance, or a related field preferred.

• 10+ years of Professional Liability / E&O underwriting experience.

• Significant experience underwriting Architects & Engineers Professional Liability risks required.

• Exposure to other Professional Liability products preferred.

• Experience underwriting both admitted and surplus lines business.

• Demonstrated success evaluating small and middle market accounts, including complex risks, while balancing growth and profitability objectives.

• Established relationships with retail brokers within the Professional Liability marketplace strongly preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• State Property & Casualty and/or Surplus Lines license required.

• CPCU, AU, RPLU, or other relevant insurance designations preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep expertise in Professional Liability and Errors & Omissions underwriting.

• Strong understanding of Architects & Engineers risk exposures and coverage considerations.

• Advanced risk assessment, pricing, and coverage analysis capabilities.

• Proven relationship-building and broker management skills.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation abilities.

• Strategic mindset with a focus on profitable growth and portfolio management.

• Ability to work independently while serving as a senior technical partner within the team.