About this role
We’re looking for an Executive Underwriter, US Energy
Reporting to the SVP Underwriter, US Energy, the successful candidate will work collaboratively and play an important role from an underwriting perspective as Hamilton builds and grows its platform serving the energy sector in an excess capacity.
The candidate will share responsibility for the solicitation, underwriting, relationship management, and growth of Hamilton’s excess energy business serving both the retail and wholesale insurance marketplace. The candidate will also help ensure that the business underwritten is consistent with a risk management framework that is appropriate to the nature and scale of Hamilton’s business. This position can be remote or based in one of our offices located in Richmond, Virginia or Miami and going into the office on a hybrid basis.
What you will do
Underwriting
• Originate and service new and renewal business from wholesale and retail distribution channels
• Underwrite and place business in line with Hamilton’s preferred portfolio strategy while adhering to underwriting guidelines and file documentation standards
• Provide input to support the continuous improvement of underwriting practices and utilization of metrics to evaluate individual deals relative to the portfolio
• Provide input to the strategy for the US Energy department and contribute to the business planning process
• Ensure the business reflects good industry practice while always championing the Hamilton brand and culture
Marketing and Relationship
• Collaboratively develop a strategy for business development activity to support the delivery of strategic goals of the US Energy department
• Seek opportunities to cross-sell and promote other Hamilton products and distribution
• Continually evaluate and adjust where needed on the Hamilton value proposition
Other Responsibilities
• Act as a role model, by promoting the Hamilton brand and culture
• Work within a framework to manage expenses within agreed budgets
What you require for the role
• Experienced energy underwriter, familiar with all aspects of energy underwriting such as policy structures, contractual wording, loss selection methodologies, financial analysis (risk pricing and selection), and ongoing account oversight and management
• An understanding of all aspects of managing a book of business and underwriting - thus writing the appropriate risks at the right price
• Have a strong network of retail and wholesale brokerage contacts, particularly in the western United States
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and market conditions
• Self-starter, capable of both working independently and as part of a team
• Collaborative, with superb negotiation skills
What you can expect from us
At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.
Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success.
Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:
• Hybrid working
• Matching 401K plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Generous time off (including parental leave)
• Continued support for professional development
• Gym subsidy
• My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work
In good company.
Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.
Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with.