Starr Insurance
Starr Insurance
Starr Insurance is an international insurance and investment organization serving businesses across a wide range of industries. Its offerings include commercial property and casualty insurance, along with travel and accident coverage. Founded in Shanghai in 1919 by Cornelius Vander Starr, the company combines long-standing insurance expertise with operations spanning 128 countries across six continents.

Underwriting Manager, Retail Middle Market Property

Lead regional underwriting teams and manage profitable retail middle-market property portfolios for Starr Insurance. Partner with brokers, clients, and internal stakeholders on complex commercial property risks.

Description

  • Lead and develop Property Underwriters through coaching, direction, and technical guidance
  • Manage and grow a profitable retail middle-market property portfolio
  • Source and evaluate new and renewal property submissions from retail brokers
  • Act as a senior contact and subject matter expert for clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders
  • Lead strategy discussions and presentations for new and renewal business
  • Provide underwriting direction and support for complex or significant regional risks
  • Report to the Head of Retail Middle Market Property

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, finance, risk management, insurance, accounting, economics, or a related field
  • Bring 7–12+ years of direct property underwriting experience, ideally in retail middle-market or commercial lines
  • Demonstrate advanced technical expertise in middle-to-large commercial property underwriting, including risk selection, pricing, coverage, exposure management, and portfolio strategy
  • Use strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills
  • Show a track record of managing and growing a profitable book of business
  • Deliver clear, effective presentations
  • Make sound decisions in complex situations
  • Apply strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization abilities

Benefits

  • High-quality training and professional development opportunities
  • Inclusive workplace environment
  • Equal opportunity employment

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