Construction Underwriter

Selby Jennings Ltd

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Why this role: This is an opportunity to join a forward thinking insurtech platform where underwriting and technology are closely integrated, giving you the ability to influence both production strategy and the evolution of underwriting tools. My client is looking for a Construction Underwriter to join their growing insurtech MGU, focused on building out a profitable and scalable contractors' book of business.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, CA

    Description

    My client is looking for a Construction Underwriter to join their growing insurtech MGU, focused on building out a profitable and scalable contractors' book of business.

    This individual will play a key role in driving new business production while maintaining disciplined underwriting standards within the construction and contractors space.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Underwrite new business submissions focused on construction and contractor risks across multiple classes
    • Drive new business development by building strong relationships with wholesale brokers and distribution partners
    • Evaluate risk exposure, pricing, and coverage structures within an MGU framework
    • Collaborate closely with internal teams including claims, product, and technology to support underwriting strategy and workflow efficiency
    • Contribute to portfolio management, ensuring profitable growth and adherence to underwriting guidelines
    • Provide market insight and feedback to help shape underwriting appetite and product evolution

    Qualifications:

    • 7+ years of underwriting experience within P&C insurance, with a strong focus on construction or contractor risks
    • Proven track record of new business production and broker relationship development
    • Experience working at an MGA or MGU, or within a highly delegated authority environment, is strongly preferred
    • Strong technical underwriting skills with the ability to assess complex risks
    • Comfortable operating in a fast paced, tech enabled environment

    Why this role: This is an opportunity to join a forward thinking insurtech platform where underwriting and technology are closely integrated, giving you the ability to influence both production strategy and the evolution of underwriting tools.

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