Senior Executive Underwriter, Public Executive Liability

Senior Executive Underwriter, Public Company Executive Liability

Join The Hartford as a Senior Executive Underwriter in the Executive Liability team. This role focuses on managing public company D&O underwriting, including Directors’ & Officers’ Liability, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability and Fidelity coverage lines.

The Senior Executive Underwriter will underwrite and actively pursue new business, manage an existing book of renewal business and serve the needs of distribution partners on an account‑by‐account basis. The position reports to the Central Region Managing Director of the Executive Liability Team. The role is based in Chicago, IL or Houston, TX with a hybrid schedule, working in the office three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

• Underwrite new business and renewals for public company accounts.
• Collaborate with underwriters, leaders and partners to develop and maintain relationships.
• Provide coverage solutions for Management Liability and Fidelity products.
• Participate in strategy and decision‑making with key stakeholders.
• Manage the book of business and support distribution partners.

• A customer‑first mindset.
• A passion for decisions based on data and critical thinking.
• A team spirit and collaborative attitude.
• A financial mindset to support sound decisions.
• Ownership of work and follow‑through on commitments.
• Adaptability to a fluid and changing business environment.
• Relationship building and trust among diverse groups.
• The ability to advance into a technical or leadership position.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent education, training and experience.
• 5+ years of public company D&O underwriting experience preferred.
• Proven success building solid relationships with internal and external partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Analytical thinking and recommendation skills.
• High‑energy self‑starter with resilience and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Strong time, organization, and desk management skills.
• Goal‑oriented and outcome‑driven.
• Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win.
• Superior technical knowledge and sound decision‑making abilities.
• Ability to travel 10‑20%.
• Valid driver’s license; company pool car may be provided.

Hybrid schedule. Expect to work in the Chicago, IL or Houston, TX office three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

The annualized base pay range is $128,000 – $204,000. Actual pay may vary based on performance, proficiency and demonstrated competencies. Other compensation may include tips and bonuses, long‑term incentives and on‑the‑spot recognition.

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