Starr Companies
Regional Underwriting Manager, Commercial Casualty
Starr Companies, Atlanta, Georgia, us, 30301
Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world.
Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world's fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.
Job Summary:
Starr Insurance Companies is seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriting professional to lead the Commercial Casualty underwriting team in the Southeast. This position is responsible for driving profitable growth, building and maintaining relationships with our internal and external stakeholders, talent management, and maintaining high-quality underwriting standards.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of underwriters and support staff, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines and practices.* Develop and implement strategic underwriting plans in line with the company's objectives, fostering profitable growth and risk mitigation.* Analyze market trends, assess risks, and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms for commercial casualty products, ensuring competitive and sustainable underwriting decisions.* Foster strong relationships with key brokers, agents, and clients to drive business expansion and maintain a strong market presence.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management, seamless operations, and compliance with regulatory standards.* Conduct regular performance evaluations, offer feedback, and identify opportunities for team development and enhancement.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, ARM) is advantageous.* 7 years of experience in Casualty underwriting, with a proven track record of successful leadership and team management.* Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management within the commercial casualty insurance segment.* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders.* Proficiency in underwriting software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred
* Excess experience is preferred
Join our talented team at Starr Insurance Companies, where you'll have the opportunity to drive the success and growth of our commercial casualty underwriting portfolio. Please note that certain details, such as the specific number of years of experience and qualifications, might require adjustment based on the company's preferences and requirements.
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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.
Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world's fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.
Job Summary:
Starr Insurance Companies is seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriting professional to lead the Commercial Casualty underwriting team in the Southeast. This position is responsible for driving profitable growth, building and maintaining relationships with our internal and external stakeholders, talent management, and maintaining high-quality underwriting standards.
Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of underwriters and support staff, providing guidance and mentorship to ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines and practices.* Develop and implement strategic underwriting plans in line with the company's objectives, fostering profitable growth and risk mitigation.* Analyze market trends, assess risks, and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms for commercial casualty products, ensuring competitive and sustainable underwriting decisions.* Foster strong relationships with key brokers, agents, and clients to drive business expansion and maintain a strong market presence.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management, seamless operations, and compliance with regulatory standards.* Conduct regular performance evaluations, offer feedback, and identify opportunities for team development and enhancement.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU, ARM) is advantageous.* 7 years of experience in Casualty underwriting, with a proven track record of successful leadership and team management.* Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management within the commercial casualty insurance segment.* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders.* Proficiency in underwriting software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred
* Excess experience is preferred
Join our talented team at Starr Insurance Companies, where you'll have the opportunity to drive the success and growth of our commercial casualty underwriting portfolio. Please note that certain details, such as the specific number of years of experience and qualifications, might require adjustment based on the company's preferences and requirements.
#LI-MM1
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.