Hull & Liability Marine Underwriting Director

Job Description: • Underwrite and oversee complex new and renewal submissions across commercial marine risks, including tugs, barges, workboats, and marine liabilities. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key producers, particularly regional retail agents and marine specialty wholesalers, to increase quality submission flow. • Drive regional distribution by identifying underserved markets and building broker relationships. • Monitor market trends, loss experience, and legal developments to support pricing, coverage, and product strategy.• Represent the company at industry functions and with key accounts to strengthen market presence and reputation. • Participate in strategic projects and lead initiatives related to process improvement, systems enhancement, or market expansion. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Business, or a related field required; advanced degrees or marine insurance certifications preferred. • Minimum 8+ years of commercial marine underwriting experience. • Expertise in Hull & Liability underwriting is essential; cargo experience is a plus.• Demonstrated track record of profitable portfolio management and broker development. • Existing relationships with marine wholesalers and regional retail agents preferred. • Deep technical understanding of Ocean Marine underwriting, especially Hull & Liability exposures, rating methodologies, and loss trends. • Strong market presence and ability to generate new business opportunities through trusted broker relationships. • Strategic thinker with the ability to make sound risk decisions. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company externally and advocate internally.• Analytical skills to assess complex risks and inform pricing, coverage terms, and portfolio-level decisions. • Comfortable with data tools and technology platforms to monitor performance and support reporting needs. Benefits: • Annual bonus plans • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) • 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution • Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings) • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays • Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities • Parental and family care leave • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements • Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform • Employee assistance program • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits • Flexible spending and health savings accounts • 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance • Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase • Short-term and long-term disability benefits • Training & certification opportunities • Tuition reimbursement • Education bonuses Apply tot his job