Underwriting Specialist/Executive Underwriter @ Markel Group

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What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to underwrite new business and renewals for Healthcare Risk Solutions in the Southeast Region. You will write profitable business, operating within your authority level and established guidelines, and drive initiatives that impact the business. This role will involve handling larger and more complex accounts. It requires the ability to use underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. In-depth knowledge of coverage forms, policy language, and the appropriate use of forms and exclusions is essential. This position also offers the opportunity to train and develop less experienced underwriters.

What you'll be doing:

Possess an expert understanding and proven ability to underwrite hospitals, hospital systems, allied/miscellaneous medical facility businesses, and complex healthcare risks.
Demonstrate a thorough grasp of policy language, including primary, lead umbrella, excess follow form, and captive reinsurance.
Analyze complex loss data and work with experience rating and loss rating; familiarity with actuarial concepts and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal actuaries.
Present confidently at underwriting meetings with senior executives from existing and prospective insureds.
Provide policy review and rating guidance.
Actively participate in claims meetings and reviews.
Quote and bind new and renewal accounts in accordance with our underwriting guidelines and strategy.
Maintain and adhere to all underwriting file documentation standards.
Cultivate and improve broker relationships across the Southeast Region, demonstrating tangible results.
Collaborate with regional leadership, product leadership, actuarial, claims, finance, and clients/brokers to ensure optimal solutions for Markel and the client.

What we're looking for:

8+ years of healthcare professional liability underwriting experience.
Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflecting a progression through positions of increasing responsibility.
Proven marketing and relationship-building skills.
A four-year college degree and/or CPCU or similar designation preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Word and MS Excel.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
A team player who thrives in a flexible and dynamic business environment with a desire to succeed.
Up to 25% travel (when appropriate).

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US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work. 

We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.

All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.

We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?

Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

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We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to [email protected].

Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law. 

Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the [email protected].

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Underwriting Specialist/Executive Underwriter

Healthcare

Markel Group

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