Liberty Mutual Insurance
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
Liberty Mutual Insurance, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
Join to apply for the
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
role at
Liberty Mutual Insurance Pay Philosophy Base pay range: $96,000.00/yr – $350,000.00/yr Description
Liberty Mutual is building a dedicated Life Sciences Underwriting team to launch our specialized Life Sciences Industry Practice within the Middle Market. Under the leadership of Chief Underwriting Officer, Middle Market Life Sciences, our vertical delivers comprehensive, integrated, multi‑line property and liability solutions tailored to mid‑sized companies from R&D to $2B revenue across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, dietary supplements, analytics, digital health, cellular, and tissue‑based products. As a Senior Underwriting Manager, you will shape the early‑stage growth of this practice, taking on hands‑on underwriting responsibilities and evolving into a leadership role that focuses on strategic planning, business development, and portfolio performance management. Responsibilities
Establish a visible external profile and build strong relationships with agents, brokers, partners, and stakeholders to grow the Middle Market Life Sciences portfolio. Execute Go‑To‑Market strategy and strategic distribution plans to raise brand awareness and educate trading partners on Liberty’s products and services for Life Sciences risks. Lead pipeline development strategies for the Life Sciences Industry Practice. Underwrite individual accounts (new business) with risk selection, assessment, pricing, terms/conditions, quoting/binding, and book servicing; exercise underwriting authority commensurate with experience. Maintain Liberty’s value proposition across the market, service existing accounts, and meet with clients. Accountable for the performance of the growing portfolio; assist the CUO with forecasting and planning. Lead or support projects to drive underwriting and process excellence. Model effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders, and partners (Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting). Stay current on key legal cases, legislation, and regulations 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, or Scientific Field; equivalent experience required. Minimum 10 years of progressive underwriting experience, including at least 2 years of proven underwriting management experience. CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred. Proven track record of developing profitable underwriting business. Demonstrated analytical ability to evaluate high‑impact underwriting exposures across all property and liability lines for Life Sciences risks. Strong communication skills; ability to convey complex analyses in clear written and oral directives. Leadership, people development, strategic thinking, portfolio management, decision‑making, results orientation, coaching, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills. About Us
Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. We value your hard work, integrity, and commitment to make things better and put people first by offering benefits that support your life and well‑being. 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 other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Notices
California Los Angeles Incorporated Los Angeles Unincorporated Philadelphia San Francisco
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Senior Underwriting Manager, Middle Market Life Sciences
role at
Liberty Mutual Insurance Pay Philosophy Base pay range: $96,000.00/yr – $350,000.00/yr Description
Liberty Mutual is building a dedicated Life Sciences Underwriting team to launch our specialized Life Sciences Industry Practice within the Middle Market. Under the leadership of Chief Underwriting Officer, Middle Market Life Sciences, our vertical delivers comprehensive, integrated, multi‑line property and liability solutions tailored to mid‑sized companies from R&D to $2B revenue across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, dietary supplements, analytics, digital health, cellular, and tissue‑based products. As a Senior Underwriting Manager, you will shape the early‑stage growth of this practice, taking on hands‑on underwriting responsibilities and evolving into a leadership role that focuses on strategic planning, business development, and portfolio performance management. Responsibilities
Establish a visible external profile and build strong relationships with agents, brokers, partners, and stakeholders to grow the Middle Market Life Sciences portfolio. Execute Go‑To‑Market strategy and strategic distribution plans to raise brand awareness and educate trading partners on Liberty’s products and services for Life Sciences risks. Lead pipeline development strategies for the Life Sciences Industry Practice. Underwrite individual accounts (new business) with risk selection, assessment, pricing, terms/conditions, quoting/binding, and book servicing; exercise underwriting authority commensurate with experience. Maintain Liberty’s value proposition across the market, service existing accounts, and meet with clients. Accountable for the performance of the growing portfolio; assist the CUO with forecasting and planning. Lead or support projects to drive underwriting and process excellence. Model effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders, and partners (Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, Directors of Underwriting). Stay current on key legal cases, legislation, and regulations 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, or Scientific Field; equivalent experience required. Minimum 10 years of progressive underwriting experience, including at least 2 years of proven underwriting management experience. CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred. Proven track record of developing profitable underwriting business. Demonstrated analytical ability to evaluate high‑impact underwriting exposures across all property and liability lines for Life Sciences risks. Strong communication skills; ability to convey complex analyses in clear written and oral directives. Leadership, people development, strategic thinking, portfolio management, decision‑making, results orientation, coaching, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills. About Us
Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. We value your hard work, integrity, and commitment to make things better and put people first by offering benefits that support your life and well‑being. 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 other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Fair Chance Notices
California Los Angeles Incorporated Los Angeles Unincorporated Philadelphia San Francisco
#J-18808-Ljbffr