Executive Underwriter – Energy

If you're an experienced Energy Underwriter looking for the opportunity to help build a growing business without taking on startup-level risk, this could be the role you've been waiting for.

Our client is seeking an Executive Underwriter for their New York office to help expand their U.S. energy business. Backed by a well-established global organization, the role offers outstanding growth potential, a collaborative team, and a hybrid schedule (two days per week in the office).

If you have strong broker relationships throughout the New York metropolitan area and more than 10 years of energy underwriting experience, we'd love to hear from you.

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of complex energy accounts, including both renewable and traditional energy risks.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive profitable growth within the energy segment.
• Analyze and evaluate risk exposures and coverage needs to deliver tailored insurance solutions.
• Collaborate with global underwriting teams and internal stakeholders on large or specialized accounts.
• Monitor market trends and contribute to the development of underwriting strategies and product offerings.

• Deep technical expertise in energy underwriting, encompassing oil & gas, power generation, and renewable energy sectors.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a client-focused approach.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with brokers and clients at a senior level.
• Familiarity with global insurance programs and multinational underwriting practices.

• Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or other relevant industry certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with a focus on energy risks.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client and broker meetings.
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Experience working within a global insurance framework is a plus.

The base salary range for this position is $170,000-$200,000 plus eligibility for a performance- based annual bonus. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience, education, and location.

Our client offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Medical, Health Reimbursement
• Arrangement (HRA), Telemedicine, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent
• Care FSA, Group and Voluntary Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Pet Insurance,
• Transit and Parking benefits.

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