Senior Underwriter

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

About Twin Maples Specialty:

Twin Maples Specialty is a leading specialty insurer dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and underwriting expertise for our clients. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment and our commitment to excellence and integrity.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on underwriting new and renewal business within either Financial Lines or Professional Liability. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of sound risk assessment, portfolio management, and delivering superior service to brokers and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwrite and analyze new and renewal submissions for Financial Lines or Professional Liability accounts, in line with company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.

• Develop and maintain strong broker and client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and ambassador for Twin Maples Specialty.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve profitable growth and retention targets.

• Collaborate across underwriting, claims, actuarial, and product teams to identify and address emerging risks and market opportunities.

• Monitor portfolio performance, analyze trends, and recommend adjustments to strategy as appropriate.

• Assist in mentoring and training junior underwriters and support staff as needed.

• Participate in industry events and maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal, regulatory, and market developments.

• Contribute to product development and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; advanced professional designations (e.g., CPCU, RPLU) a plus.

• Minimum 5-7 years of underwriting experience in Financial Lines (including D&O, E&O, EPL, Cyber) and/or Professional Liability.

• Deep knowledge of insurance products, coverage terms, and market dynamics.

• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage effectively with brokers, clients, and colleagues.

• Strong organizational abilities and capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in underwriting and rating platforms, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join Twin Maples Specialty?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Flexible work arrangements and supportive culture

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Innovative and collaborative work environment

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.