Underwriter - Personal Liability (Trustee Coverage)

Job description

Position Overview We are seeking a production-focused Underwriter to drive growth within our Professional Liability practice, specializing in trustee and fiduciary liability coverage. This role sits at the intersection of underwriting and deal execution—owning the process from submission through bind by working closely with wholesale and retail partners, our MGA platform, and internal sales teams to win business. Key Responsibilities Underwrite, structure, and drive new business and renewal opportunities to close within trustee/fiduciary liability Manage submissions through the full lifecycle: intake, analysis, quoting, negotiation, and binding Partner with wholesale and retail brokers to negotiate terms, remove friction, and accelerate deal flow Provide clear, actionable guidance on coverage structure, pricing strategy, and market positioning Build and maintain strong relationships with wholesale and retail partners to scale the business Qualifications 3–5+ years of underwriting experience in professional or private D&O liability, with exposure to trustee, fiduciary, or similar specialty lines Experience in a production underwriting, MGA, or wholesale-driven environment Demonstrated ability to move deals from submission to bind in a fast-paced setting Strong understanding of policy forms, coverage nuances, and pricing strategies Commercial mindset with strong negotiation and relationship management skills What Success Looks Like Consistently converts opportunities into bound business at strong hit ratios Reduces cycle time from submission to quote to bind Builds a reliable pipeline through strong wholesale and retail partner relationships Becomes a key driver of revenue growth within the professional liability segment OTHER RELEVANT REMARKS: This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This position description is not intended as and does not create a contract of employment between the Agency and any individual employee. The Agency reserves the right to change this position description at any time within its sole discretion. Element Risk's Core Values: Integrity: Commit to honesty, transparency, and doing what is right even when no one is watching. Integrity is the foundation of trust in every decision, relationship, and outcome. Ownership: Take full responsibility for results, embracing both success and failure. Show grit and Relentless Perseverance, and practice Proactive Stewardship by protecting relationships and resources entrusted to us. Excellence: Pursue the never-ending journey of Continuous Improvement. Enhance skills, processes, and services while being Growth Oriented and driving innovation. Humility: Bring expertise with self-assurance while staying open to learning and valuing the perspectives of others. Lead and collaborate without ego. Authenticity: Show up as our true self, speak honestly, and build trust through openness and respect.