As a Financial Lines Underwriter, you will be responsible for assessing and evaluating risks associated with various financial products, including directors and officers liability insurance, professional liability insurance, and cyber liability insurance. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining relationships with brokers and insured clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in underwriting financial lines insurance policies, including Directors and Officers Liability (D&O), Professional Indemnity (PI), and Cyber Liability. Review and analyze submissions from brokers and clients to assess risk factors and determine appropriate coverage. Conduct research on potential insured companies, including financial statements, corporate governance practices, and industry trends, to evaluate risk and determine insurability. Assist in pricing policies by evaluating exposure, loss history, and other relevant factors. Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure a smooth underwriting process. Prepare and present underwriting referrals and recommendations to higher authority holder and/or regional offices Maintain accurate and organized underwriting records and documentation.

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of experience within the insurance industry Previous experience in underwriting for casualty or financial lines products is preferred.

Knowledge:

Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and underwriting calculations. Familiarity with insurance policies and coverage terms, especially in financial lines, is a plus.

Skills:

Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze financial statements and evaluate risk. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate complex information. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment, collaborating effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. Good written and spoken English is essential.

Other requirements:

Proactive and enthusiastic. Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and successfully executes objectives with minimal supervision. Ability to multi – task, handle pressure and resolve problems. Well-organized, capable of attending to detail. Good interpersonal, communication skills and presentation.