Canopius Group is a global specialty insurance and reinsurance company serving clients across more than 130 countries. Its underwriting business spans Property, Reinsurance, Marine, Energy & Engineering, and UK Specialty, supported by teams based in the UK, US, Bermuda, Singapore, and Australia. The company combines international reach with expertise in complex Property & Casualty risks.
Director of Underwriting, Equine & Livestock — Canopius, New York Hybrid
Lead underwriting for Equine and Livestock mortality and liability risks at Canopius, a global specialty lines reinsurer. Build broker relationships, identify new business, and deliver profitable underwriting performance.
Description
- Underwrite Equine and Livestock mortality and liability business within delegated authority and the company’s business plan
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients
- Research and pursue opportunities for new business
- Work with underwriting and support teams to use internal resources effectively
- Monitor written business and take corrective action when performance declines
- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and Canopius policies, procedures, and controls
- Accept business only from approved intermediaries and cover holders
- Keep underwriting records complete and accurate
- Make underwriting decisions with clients’ needs at the center
- Support the training and development of junior underwriting staff
- Contribute to a fair, inclusive, collaborative, supportive, and respectful workplace
- Handle additional duties as assigned
Requirements
- Demonstrated history of successful, profitable underwriting
- Strong judgment grounded in data and risk analysis
- Capacity to support long-term business success through planning, organization, and development
- Experience or capability in product development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office
- Working knowledge of the US insurance market
- Ability to demonstrate integrity and openness, accountability, community involvement, diversity and inclusion, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement
- Competitive base pay
- Non-contributory 401(k) plan
- Discretionary bonus opportunity
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Programs supporting financial, physical, social, and psychological wellbeing
- Flexible hybrid work model
- Equal employment opportunity
- Reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment