Hybrid Vice President Underwriting bei Canopius Services Ltd
Canopius Services Ltd · New York, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
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The primary objective of the VP-Underwriting is to assist in expanding the distribution and growth of the US Open Market property team. Following year over year growth for D&F US Property, and projected growth for 2026, 2027, & 2028 it has become necessary to add an additional UW to the team. The current D&F Property book will finish around $142M in GGWP for 2025, with just 3 experienced underwriters and 1 junior underwriter who handle the entire US territory for all brokers. Our projected plan for 2026 is $170M in GGWP. With continued top line growth, we are seeking to capitalize and expand our Wholesale distribution model and retail model. On the retail side we plan to become a material player within the USA marketplace which continued growth and sustainable capacity.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite, grow and maintain the portfolio with the backbone of the book being superior accounts that enjoy premium service levels in recognition of their top tier status.
- Laser focus on profitable underwriting that will complement the current portfolio, including adherence to the Canopius Property view of risk guidelines
- Maintain existing broker relationships as well as develop new key relationships for the Open Market Property team, particularly within the Wholesale broker market community
- Develop new business opportunities and cultivate key client relationships critical to the on-going success of the business.
- Engage in production trips across the U.S. expanding Canopius’ reach and promoting its growing & lasting presence as a go-to Property market in the States.
- Be an active participant in the Property Insurance Industry, partaking in educational & social events, and taking leadership positions when possible.
- Maintain consistent communication and contact with brokers, via phone calls, weekly lunches, & industry meet-ups.
- Ability to communicate at a high level both written and verbal and work in a collaborative environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (Insurance or business degree preferred but not required)
- A minimum of three to five years working in the Property Open Market insurance business as an underwriter or broker
- Insurance Certifications such as the AMIM and/or CPCU designations preferred but not required
- Ability & willingness to travel domestically & abroad for work
- Effective analytical skills
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Confident decision-making skills
- Self-motivated
Salary Range: $150,000 - $215,000
Company
We offer all employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on their whole wellbeing. This includes hybrid working, a competitive base salary, non-contributory 401k, discretionary bonus, insurances including medical, dental and vision cover, and many other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health.
About Canopius
Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer. We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd’s of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda.
At Canopius we foster a distinctive, positive culture which enables us to bring our whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results.
Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected.
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