Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
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Responsibilities
Support the product line leaders in the analysis of coverage and contract language based on industry accepted policy forms
Support product line leadership as a knowledge expert within the binding space on industry trends related to binding products, assists the product line leaders as they make recommendations on product design, price and development efforts, and aids binding strategy execution
Support product line by leading efforts to understand monthly trends within the portfolio
Manage the portfolio to achieve profit, revenue, loss ratio, and expense targets.
Ensure effective execution of best practices
Provide coaching and training for underwriting staff based on results of underwriting audit review
Develop and maintain relationships with internal resources (Actuarial, Product Development, Claim, IT, Operations, Regulatory, etc.) to coordinate services to customers and ensure that superior products are being delivered to our internal and external customers
Manage and triage program business within Binding product line
Participate in quarterly portfolio audits as required
Closely collaborate with our four regional underwriting teams to communicate and execute product line strategy
Represent the binding product line, where required, to both internal and external customers
Travel Expectation 25-35%
Requirements
5-7 years of casualty underwriting experience
Insurance designations preferred but not required
Bachelor's degree in business or related field from an accredited university/college
Strong interpersonal and management skills, the ability to communicate effectively, and excellent negotiation skills
Strong analytical skills and excellent problem solving/decision making abilities
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US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
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Benefits
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.Are you ready to play your part?Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.Caution: Employment scamsMarkel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seekingHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsParental leave
Additional Information
What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.
The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
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The primary purpose of this position is to lead and implement the strategic vision and plan of the Binding P&C portfolio within Markel Wholesale & Specialty. This role will provide leadership, direction and support to underwriting team(s) and/or direct reports. It is responsible for product profitability, growth and retention of new and renewal business that is consistent with underwriting strategies.
Additionally, this role will work with Senior and Executive Management, and be accountable for reviewing and evaluating referrals for pricing, coverages, and loss detail in order to underwrite profitable business in a portfolio. The role will involve developing and maintaining productive relationships within assigned UW segments; product line management; Senior/Executive Management; Business Development and shared service functions.
Markelcorp · Richmond, VA