SR Underwriter - Renewable Underwriter

GCube Insurance Services is one of the largest insurers of renewable energy projects in the world.  GCube provides property and casualty insurance for solar farms, wind farms, and utility-scale batteries.  GCube is part of Tokio Marine HCC, a leading specialty insurance group with more than 4,000 employees transacting business in approximately 180 countries and underwriting more than 100 classes of specialty insurance. 

GCube has an exciting opportunity for a Renewable Energy Senior Underwriter.  This is a great opportunity to gain exposure and build your insurance knowledge as part of a rapidly growing sector! 
 

Position Summary

As a Renewable Energy Senior Underwriter, you will be an important member of a small and entrepreneurial team of underwriters.
The position may be based out of the following locations:

New York City, NY Santa Ana, CA Houston, TX Other locations in the United States are not preferred but will be considered

The underwriter is required to evaluate new and renewal submissions as well as changes to existing policies.  The role requires communicating and building relationships with brokers and other outside contacts, as well as maintaining files in accordance with company standards.  The Underwriter will service brokers and clients throughout the US and Canada, as well has have regular interactions with our rest-of-world underwriting team based in Europe.  

Key Responsibilities:
Relying on experience and judgement, the Senior Underwriter is responsible for accomplishing
the following assignments. These assignments are varied in nature

Candidates will have at least ten years of relevant experience, such as underwriting or brokering commercial liability and/or property, preferably within renewable energy, power generation, package or construction lines.  Comparable risk management experience will also be considered. Minimum 4-year bachelor’s degreeAbility to travel as necessary, up to 20% of time, including site visits, conferences, internal and external meetingsProperty and casualty broker license; may be obtained within first year of employmentAbility to work well in a team environment and act as a leader for colleaguesSolid written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacyAdvanced organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneouslyKnowledgeable of industry changes, legal updates, and technical developments related to the company’s business to proactively respond to changing business environmentIntermediate proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Performance Objectives: 

During the first three months, gain an understanding of GCube’s structure and insurance products. Respond to submissions and servicing items within agreed upon time frames.Evaluate risks for acceptability within established underwriting guidelines and determine appropriate, limit, deductible, endorsements, exclusions and class of business.Clearly and effectively communicate decisions with brokers and effectively respond to any ensuing inquiries.Create and maintain necessary files, such as underwriting files, rating worksheets, documentation of phone conversations, and other key documents according to departmental guidelines.Meet annual department goals for profitability, renewal retention, new business growth and rate.Cultivate relationships with internal and external contacts to promote business development and to remain abreast of industry trendsDemonstrate a strong desire to work within a high-functioning, results-oriented team Show critical thinking skills by finding creative solutions to satisfy both clients and business needs.
 

Position Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, a related field, or the equivalent education and/or experience

Experience

Minimum of five years of relevant and progressive professional experience