Executive Underwriter, Ocean Marine – Hull & Machinery

The Hartford

Underwriting Director responsible for marine liabilities and hull & machinery, managing complex risks and driving profitable growth with brokers and internal teams.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $186,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Marine Liabilities and Hull & Machinery underwriting, with a strong focus on portfolio management, pricing adequacy, and strategic growth initiatives. Proven ability to build relationships and influence outcomes within the Ocean Marine marketplace while driving operational efficiency and team collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Marine Liabilities UnderwritingHull & Machinery UnderwritingOcean Marine Market ExpertiseCPCU CertificationLeadership in Underwriting Teams

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Hard Skills

Underwriting Strategy DevelopmentRisk EvaluationPortfolio Performance MonitoringFinancial Performance AnalysisOperational Risk Management

Soft Skills

Effective NegotiationRelationship ManagementCollaborationInfluencing Organizational InitiativesMentoring Talent

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCUARMAMIM

Industry Keywords

Marine InsuranceMarket PositioningBroker EngagementEmerging Market OpportunitiesContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Underwrite and manage a complex portfolio of Marine Liabilities, Hull & Machinery accounts while balancing growth, retention, and profitability objectives
Evaluate exposures, financial performance, operational risks, loss trends, and catastrophe accumulations to make sound underwriting decisions
Ensure pricing adequacy and disciplined execution of underwriting strategies
Monitor portfolio performance and develop actions to improve profitability, growth, and market positioning
Exercise authority within granted underwriting limits and provide referral guidance on complex risks
Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, agents, clients, and key distribution partners
Drive agency and broker engagement strategies that support profitable growth
Identify emerging market opportunities and strengthen the organization's position within the Ocean Marine marketplace
Represent the company in industry associations, customer meetings, broker events, and marketing initiatives
Influence outcomes through effective negotiation, communication, and relationship management
Foster and participate in a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
Serve as a technical resource and referral partner for underwriters and business partners
Lead through change while promoting accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
Contribute to underwriting strategy, product development, and process improvement initiatives
Analyze market conditions, competitive trends, and emerging risks impacting the marine industry
Recommend and implement solutions that improve operational efficiency and portfolio performance
Challenge conventional thinking and identify innovative approaches to achieving business objectives
Partner with cross-functional teams to advance strategic priorities and drive organizational success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5+ years of Marine Liabilities, Hull & Machinery, and/or Ocean Marine underwriting experience, including complex middle-market and large account exposures preferred
Marine insurance designations such as CPCU, ARM, AMIM, or equivalent
Established network within the Ocean Marine marketplace
Experience leading underwriting teams, mentoring talent, and influencing organizational initiatives
Experience contributing to underwriting strategy, product enhancement, or process transformation efforts
Active engagement in professional development and industry organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term or annual bonuses
Long-term incentives
On-the-spot recognition