Liberty Mutual Insurance
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
Liberty Mutual Insurance, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
Liberty Mutual Insurance is building a dedicated Life Sciences Underwriting team to launch a specialized Life Sciences Industry Practice within the Middle Market. Under the leadership of the Chief Underwriting Officer, this vertical delivers integrated Property and Liability solutions tailored to mid‑sized biotech, pharmaceutical, medical device, dietary supplement, analytical laboratory, digital health, cellular and tissue‑based companies and the broader ecosystem.
Base pay range: $96,000 – $350,000 per year.
Description This role offers a blend of hands‑on underwriting responsibilities for an experienced underwriter to support the early‑stage growth of this specialized practice, with future leadership expectations as needs expand. The senior manager will influence go‑to‑market launch, brand development, broker and client partnerships, and evolve into a leadership position focused on strategic business planning, underwriting ownership, people management, and regional portfolio performance. 25% travel is expected. Hybrid: 2 days in office, 3 days work‑from‑home.
Responsibilities
Establish a visible external profile and build relationships with agents, brokers, partners and stakeholders to grow the Life Sciences Middle Market portfolio.
Execute go‑to‑market strategy and strategic distribution plan for brand awareness and education of trading partners.
Lead pipeline development strategies for the Life Sciences Industry Practice.
Underwrite individual accounts (new business underwriting) including risk selection, assessment, pricing, terms/conditions, quoting/binding and servicing a book of business.
Uphold and exemplify Liberty’s value proposition across the business and the market, servicing existing accounts and meeting with clients.
Accountable for performance of the Life Sciences portfolio; assist CUO with forecasting and planning.
Lead or support projects and initiatives to grow Liberty’s Life Sciences Industry Practice, driving underwriting and process excellence.
Model effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders (Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting).
Maintain knowledge of key legal cases, legislation and regulation impacting Life Sciences underwriting.
Share knowledge and provide external thought‑leadership.
Mentor, coach, and train other underwriters and internal partners.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Risk Management, Scientific Field or equivalent; typically required.
Minimum 10 years progressive underwriting experience, including at least 2 years proven underwriting management experience; preferred.
CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business.
Strong analytical ability to evaluate high‑impact underwriting exposures specific to all Property and Liability Lines for Life Sciences risks.
Excellent communication skills, ability to convey complex analyses in written and oral form.
Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Comprehensive knowledge of complex technical underwriting issues and ability to implement necessary processes and workflows.
Leadership, development of people, strategic thinking, portfolio management, decision‑making, results orientation, problem‑solving, coaching, negotiation.
About Us As a purpose‑driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and an inclusive culture, we provide protection for the unexpected and deliver caring service. Learn more about our benefits: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Fair Chance Notices
California
Los Angeles Incorporated
Los Angeles Unincorporated
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Equal Opportunity Liberty Mutual is an equal‑opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information or any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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Base pay range: $96,000 – $350,000 per year.
Description This role offers a blend of hands‑on underwriting responsibilities for an experienced underwriter to support the early‑stage growth of this specialized practice, with future leadership expectations as needs expand. The senior manager will influence go‑to‑market launch, brand development, broker and client partnerships, and evolve into a leadership position focused on strategic business planning, underwriting ownership, people management, and regional portfolio performance. 25% travel is expected. Hybrid: 2 days in office, 3 days work‑from‑home.
Responsibilities
Establish a visible external profile and build relationships with agents, brokers, partners and stakeholders to grow the Life Sciences Middle Market portfolio.
Execute go‑to‑market strategy and strategic distribution plan for brand awareness and education of trading partners.
Lead pipeline development strategies for the Life Sciences Industry Practice.
Underwrite individual accounts (new business underwriting) including risk selection, assessment, pricing, terms/conditions, quoting/binding and servicing a book of business.
Uphold and exemplify Liberty’s value proposition across the business and the market, servicing existing accounts and meeting with clients.
Accountable for performance of the Life Sciences portfolio; assist CUO with forecasting and planning.
Lead or support projects and initiatives to grow Liberty’s Life Sciences Industry Practice, driving underwriting and process excellence.
Model effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders (Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting).
Maintain knowledge of key legal cases, legislation and regulation impacting Life Sciences underwriting.
Share knowledge and provide external thought‑leadership.
Mentor, coach, and train other underwriters and internal partners.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Risk Management, Scientific Field or equivalent; typically required.
Minimum 10 years progressive underwriting experience, including at least 2 years proven underwriting management experience; preferred.
CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable business.
Strong analytical ability to evaluate high‑impact underwriting exposures specific to all Property and Liability Lines for Life Sciences risks.
Excellent communication skills, ability to convey complex analyses in written and oral form.
Effective interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Comprehensive knowledge of complex technical underwriting issues and ability to implement necessary processes and workflows.
Leadership, development of people, strategic thinking, portfolio management, decision‑making, results orientation, problem‑solving, coaching, negotiation.
About Us As a purpose‑driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and an inclusive culture, we provide protection for the unexpected and deliver caring service. Learn more about our benefits: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Fair Chance Notices
California
Los Angeles Incorporated
Los Angeles Unincorporated
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Equal Opportunity Liberty Mutual is an equal‑opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information or any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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