Head of Commercial Marine Underwriting

HCV Underwriting Managers

Lead Head of Commercial Marine Underwriting at Seafarer Marine, overseeing underwriting strategy and portfolio performance. Manage broker relationships and drive growth in marine underwriting operations.

Posted 7/21/2026full-time🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in commercial marine underwriting, including risk assessment, portfolio management, and strategic relationship building. Proven ability to lead and mentor underwriting teams while driving profitability and sustainable growth in marine insurance.

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Commercial Marine Underwriting ExperienceUnderwriting Leadership ExperiencePortfolio ManagementBroker Relationship ManagementInsurance Designations (CPCU, AMIM, ARM, AU, CRM)

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Hard Skills

Underwriting Strategy DevelopmentRisk Selection StandardsPricing StrategiesLoss Trend MonitoringPortfolio Profitability ManagementUnderwriting AuditsRisk AssessmentBroker NegotiationsProduct Offering ExpansionMarket Segment Identification

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentoringCoachingStrategic Relationship BuildingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCUAMIMARMAUCRM

Industry Keywords

Marine InsuranceCommercial Marine PortfolioMarine RisksBroker MeetingsMarine Industry EventsExecutive Underwriting AuthorityMarine OperatorsWaterfront RisksCharter VesselsCommercial Fishing Vessels

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the underwriting strategy for Seafarer's commercial marine portfolio.
Establish underwriting guidelines, authority levels, pricing strategies, and risk selection standards.
Maintain portfolio profitability while driving sustainable premium growth.
Evaluate large, complex, and unique marine risks requiring executive underwriting authority.
Monitor loss trends, market conditions, and emerging marine exposures.
Oversee performance of the commercial marine book, including premium growth, retention, loss ratio, and profitability metrics.
Partner with actuarial, claims, and carrier partners to optimize underwriting results.
Identify opportunities to expand product offerings, market segments, and geographic reach.
Lead portfolio reviews and underwriting audits.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing underwriting team.
Provide coaching on underwriting analysis, risk assessment, broker negotiations, and portfolio management.
Participate in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and succession planning initiatives.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with retail and wholesale brokers nationwide.
Represent Seafarer at industry conferences, broker meetings, and marine industry events.
Partner with executive leadership to identify new marine products and market opportunities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of commercial marine and/or ocean marine underwriting experience.
5+ years of underwriting leadership or management experience.
Proven expertise underwriting: Marinas, Yacht clubs, Boat dealers, Charter and excursion vessels, Commercial fishing vessels, Marine operators, Waterfront risks and related marine exposures.
Demonstrated success managing profitable marine insurance portfolios.
Strong broker and distribution relationships within the marine insurance marketplace.
Bachelor's degree required.
Insurance designations preferred: CPCU, AMIM, ARM, AU, CRM or equivalent industry credentials.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote First Work Environment (US Based)
Medical, Dental, Vision
401K, 401K Match
Life and Disability Benefits
Unaccrued Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Paid Parental Leave