Sr. Underwriter
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Markelcorp · Plano, TXPrepare for this interview
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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. We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better We enjoy the everyday | We think further
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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. Join us and play your part in something special! The Senior Underwriter plays a critical role in the launch and ongoing success of Markel's AI-driven underwriting platform, serving as the face of broker relationships while ensuring high-quality, consistent underwriting decisions. This position is ideal for an experienced casualty underwriter who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is motivated by the opportunity to contribute to an innovative, technology-driven underwriting platform. Job Responsibilities Review and make final decisions on complex and/or flagged proposals, ensuring consistency and adherence to Markel's AI underwriting standards. Manage and nurture key broker relationships, acting as the primary broker-facing account lead and supporting account management activities to drive business growth. Support the ongoing refinement of underwriting approaches, collaborating with leadership to iterate on appetite, pricing, and coverage strategies based on portfolio performance and market feedback. Mentor a team of Associate Underwriters (AUs), coaching junior staff and optimizing workflow to maximize quote throughput and efficiency. Allocate approximately 70% of time to underwriting (some of which will include complex decision-making), 20% to broker engagement, and 10% to refining underwriting processes and miscellaneous management tasks. Actively participate in the continued codification and improvement of the proposal engine, providing feedback and insights to enhance automation and quote quality. Engage with brokers to explain, negotiate, and finalize quotes, ensuring transparent communication and building trust around coverage options and exclusions. Education Bachelor's Degree or relevant work experience Work Experience/Skill Set Proven experience in casualty underwriting within the E&S or specialty insurance market. Demonstrated ability to manage complex risks and make informed underwriting decisions. Strong track record of building and maintaining productive broker relationships. Experience mentoring or leading junior underwriters preferred; ability to operate in a pod-based or team-oriented structure. Comfort with technology-enabled underwriting tools and willingness to engage in process improvement initiatives. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Travel 20% (approximately once a quarter) #LI-AB 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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