Hull & Liability Marine Underwriting Director

Job Description: • Underwrite and oversee complex new and renewal submissions across commercial marine risks, including tugs, barges, workboats, and marine liabilities. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key producers, particularly regional retail agents and marine specialty wholesalers, to increase quality submission flow. • Drive regional distribution by identifying underserved markets and building broker relationships. • Monitor market trends, loss experience, and legal developments to support pricing, coverage, and product strategy. • Represent the company at industry functions and with key accounts to strengthen market presence and reputation. • Participate in strategic projects and lead initiatives related to process improvement, systems enhancement, or market expansion. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Business, or a related field required; advanced degrees or marine insurance certifications preferred. • Minimum 8+ years of commercial marine underwriting experience. • Expertise in Hull & Liability underwriting is essential; cargo experience is a plus. • Demonstrated track record of profitable portfolio management and broker development. • Existing relationships with marine wholesalers and regional retail agents preferred. • Deep technical understanding of Ocean Marine underwriting, especially Hull & Liability exposures, rating methodologies, and loss trends. • Strong market presence and ability to generate new business opportunities through trusted broker relationships. • Strategic thinker with the ability to make sound risk decisions. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company externally and advocate internally. • Analytical skills to assess complex risks and inform pricing, coverage terms, and portfolio-level decisions. • Comfortable with data tools and technology platforms to monitor performance and support reporting needs. Benefits: • Annual bonus plans • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) • 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution • Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings) • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays • Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities • Parental and family care leave • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements • Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform • Employee assistance program • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits • Flexible spending and health savings accounts • 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance • Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase • Short-term and long-term disability benefits • Training & certification opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Education bonuses Apply Now Apply Now