Executive Underwriter – Cyber
Location: New York (Remote) / Chicago (Hybrid)
Salary: – $170k – $225k (depending on experience)
The Opportunity
An established global commercial P&C insurance organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Cyber Executive Underwriter to support the continued expansion of its US cyber insurance portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing cyber underwriting operation, taking ownership of complex National Accounts and playing an important role in the continued development of the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex Cyber risks, with a particular focus on large commercial and National Accounts.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key retail brokers, including major national and global brokerage firms.
- Drive profitable portfolio growth through new business development, renewal management and effective broker engagement.
- Evaluate complex cyber exposures, assessing risk quality, coverage requirements and appropriate underwriting terms.
- Work closely with internal underwriting colleagues and international teams on large and multinational accounts.
- Identify new business opportunities and strengthen the organisation’s position within the US Cyber insurance market.
- Contribute to the wider development of the cyber portfolio, supporting underwriting strategy and long-term growth objectives.
Experience & Requirements
- 10+ years’ experience within commercial insurance underwriting, with a strong background in Cyber.
- Essential: Established retail underwriting experience within the US Cyber insurance market.
- Proven experience underwriting large corporate and National Accounts
- Strong understanding of the E&S / surplus lines market.
- Demonstrable experience managing complex accounts and delivering profitable portfolio growth.
- Strong market reputation, with the ability to build credibility and develop relationships with senior brokers and clients.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Experience within a large commercial carrier or established insurance organisation is preferred.
