The Lower Middle Market (“LMM”) New Business Underwriter is a field-underwriting role fully dedicated to new revenue generation for Marine accounts generated throughout the Midwest Region. This individual reports into the Midwest Commercial Marine Mgr and is part of the regional “cored” underwriting team out of Chicago. The individual is accountable for reviewing, triaging, underwriting, and quoting submissions and securing binds to achieve their individual production goal while adhering to Chubb standards of underwriting and compliance. This role will be responsible for the Midwest Region.

Responsibilities: 

Underwrite Builder’s Risk and other Inland Marine coverages. Cross-sell additional lines of business to maximize revenue per account, including P&C, Multinational, Financial Lines, Cyber, Accident & Health, and other relevant products. Work closely with Regional Business Development Managers to identify opportunities for growth and production enhancement within the Midwest Region Establish and maintain strong working relationships with agents to drive profitable growth Disciplined desk management, including production planning and forecasting for assigned book of business

The ideal candidate will possess strong underwriting skills, exceptional communication abilities, strong organizational skills, and the capacity to build and maintain impactful relationships. In this role, you will effectively manage agent relationships and collaborate with internal partners in Field Underwriting, Distribution, and Operations to ensure seamless processes and superior service delivery. The preferred candidate has experience in Inland and Ocean Marine underwriting and has demonstrated the ability to drive profitable new business revenue while adhering to audit and compliance requirements.

Minimum 2 years commercial lines underwriting experienceKnowledge and experience in Marine Underwriting.Proven ability to use technical analysis and underwriting skills to profitably grow new business revenueStrong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skillsDemonstrated record of teamwork and integrityStrong organizational and time management skillsDesire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience