Liberty Mutual Insurance
Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences
Liberty Mutual Insurance, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Executive Underwriter, Middle Market Life Sciences
Pay range:
$81,000.00/yr – $269,000.00/yr
Description We are building our dedicated Life Sciences Underwriting team to launch Liberty Mutual's specialized Life Sciences Industry Practice within the Middle Market. Under the leadership of Tory Agnich, Chief Underwriting Officer, Middle Market Life Sciences, our vertical is committed to delivering comprehensive, integrated multi‑line Property and Liability insurance solutions tailored to mid‑sized companies (R&D stage through $2B insured product/service revenue) spanning biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, dietary supplements, analytical laboratories, digital health innovators, cellular and tissue‑based products, and the broader ecosystem that supports these companies.
Liberty is seeking experienced
Life Sciences Underwriters
to join our dedicated and innovative Middle Market Life Sciences Industry Practice. The Executive Underwriter role aligns with our mission to provide integrated, specialized, and comprehensive insurance products and services tailored to this unique industry via one multi‑line underwriter. This position balances limited renewal account responsibilities with significant capacity and focus on new business production, market expansion, and strategic business development. 25% travel is expected, and the role is a hybrid: 2 days/week in office and 3 days/week WFH.
Responsibilities
New Business underwriting for profitable growth—review, evaluate, and underwrite submissions; assess risks aligned with underwriting strategies and guidelines; rate and determine the premium and policy terms and conditions; leverage supportive tools; obtain underwriting approval as needed; present proposals to agents/brokers; negotiate deals.
Service account management after winning business in coordination with Liberty Account Analyst and Client Service Managers—meet with insureds and uphold Liberty's value proposition.
Manage portfolio of brokers/agents & clients—maintain responsiveness and support agent and broker objectives through marketing, service, site visits, renewal meetings, and deep industry knowledge.
Actively identify, manage, and solicit pipeline of opportunities.
Articulate key coverage differences with high detail in this specialized space.
Maintain strong knowledge of key legal cases, legislation, and regulation impacting Life Sciences underwriting.
Share knowledge and provide external thought‑leadership based on technical expertise.
Mentor, coach, and train other underwriters and partners.
Provide significant input into business and marketing planning, including advanced data‑driven insights from portfolio analysis.
Participate in projects and initiatives to grow Liberty's Life Sciences Industry Practice, focusing on underwriting and process excellence.
Model effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders, and partners—including Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, and North America Underwriting Directors.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Risk Management, or Scientific Field or equivalent typically required.
Minimum of 7 years (typically 10 years or more) of progressive underwriting experience or related business experience.
Minimum of 5 years of Life Sciences underwriting experience.
CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility; advanced knowledge of insurance products, coverages, underwriting, pricing, risk assessment, and market dynamics specific to Life Sciences.
Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable Life Sciences business.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information in clear written and/or oral formats for underwriting or training purposes.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and capability to define and implement necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to manage those issues.
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, and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
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 on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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Los Angeles Unincorporated
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$81,000.00/yr – $269,000.00/yr
Description We are building our dedicated Life Sciences Underwriting team to launch Liberty Mutual's specialized Life Sciences Industry Practice within the Middle Market. Under the leadership of Tory Agnich, Chief Underwriting Officer, Middle Market Life Sciences, our vertical is committed to delivering comprehensive, integrated multi‑line Property and Liability insurance solutions tailored to mid‑sized companies (R&D stage through $2B insured product/service revenue) spanning biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, dietary supplements, analytical laboratories, digital health innovators, cellular and tissue‑based products, and the broader ecosystem that supports these companies.
Liberty is seeking experienced
Life Sciences Underwriters
to join our dedicated and innovative Middle Market Life Sciences Industry Practice. The Executive Underwriter role aligns with our mission to provide integrated, specialized, and comprehensive insurance products and services tailored to this unique industry via one multi‑line underwriter. This position balances limited renewal account responsibilities with significant capacity and focus on new business production, market expansion, and strategic business development. 25% travel is expected, and the role is a hybrid: 2 days/week in office and 3 days/week WFH.
Responsibilities
New Business underwriting for profitable growth—review, evaluate, and underwrite submissions; assess risks aligned with underwriting strategies and guidelines; rate and determine the premium and policy terms and conditions; leverage supportive tools; obtain underwriting approval as needed; present proposals to agents/brokers; negotiate deals.
Service account management after winning business in coordination with Liberty Account Analyst and Client Service Managers—meet with insureds and uphold Liberty's value proposition.
Manage portfolio of brokers/agents & clients—maintain responsiveness and support agent and broker objectives through marketing, service, site visits, renewal meetings, and deep industry knowledge.
Actively identify, manage, and solicit pipeline of opportunities.
Articulate key coverage differences with high detail in this specialized space.
Maintain strong knowledge of key legal cases, legislation, and regulation impacting Life Sciences underwriting.
Share knowledge and provide external thought‑leadership based on technical expertise.
Mentor, coach, and train other underwriters and partners.
Provide significant input into business and marketing planning, including advanced data‑driven insights from portfolio analysis.
Participate in projects and initiatives to grow Liberty's Life Sciences Industry Practice, focusing on underwriting and process excellence.
Model effective collaboration across teams, stakeholders, and partners—including Distribution, Operations, UW Support, Claims, Actuarial, and North America Underwriting Directors.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Risk Management, or Scientific Field or equivalent typically required.
Minimum of 7 years (typically 10 years or more) of progressive underwriting experience or related business experience.
Minimum of 5 years of Life Sciences underwriting experience.
CPCU or professional insurance designation preferred.
Proven analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within scope of responsibility; advanced knowledge of insurance products, coverages, underwriting, pricing, risk assessment, and market dynamics specific to Life Sciences.
Proven track record of developing and underwriting profitable Life Sciences business.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses and information in clear written and/or oral formats for underwriting or training purposes.
Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Must demonstrate comprehension of complex technical underwriting issues and capability to define and implement necessary underwriting and administrative processes/workflows to manage those issues.
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, and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
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 on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
California
Los Angeles Incorporated
Los Angeles Unincorporated
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Liberty Mutual Insurance by 2x.
Get notified about new Executive Underwriter jobs in
San Diego, CA .
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