We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they’ve always been done isn’t a part of the job. Here, you’ll be putting your creative insights to work with other underwriters and leaders, having a seat at the table with key decision makers. And you’ll have any number of opportunities for your career to grow in whatever direction you choose.
Responsibilities:
Underwrite and actively pursue new business pricing, servicing the needs of our brokerage partners on an account by account basis
Analyzes agency book on quarter-to-quarter basis for potential action
Expertly applies all applicable Underwriting guidelines when making decisions
Capable of underwriting highly complex business and will require limited support from senior underwriters and infrequent referral activity to complete quotes
Has thorough knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and governance
Agency Management which includes creating, driving and execution of strategies for new and/or renewal accounts (prospective book management, executes on the mix strategy, low strategy, territorial and agency sales plans, etc.)
Acts as a trusted advisor and solution provider to Brokers and Agents
Qualifications:
3+ years of P&C Middle Market Carrier Underwriting experience preferred
Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all internal and external business partners
Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
Ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions
High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit
Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills
Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes
Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win
Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills
Desire and ability to mentor more junior underwriting peers
A valid driver's license is required to accomplish the required business travel expectations
This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work schedule. Candidates who live near one of our office locations (Troy, MI; Grand Rapids, MI) will have the expectation of working in an office or on agency visits three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).
Candidates who reside in the state of Michigan who do not live near an office will have a remote work schedule, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise.
*** this job posting was updated 8/11/26 to reflect the need of a Michigan based candidate, as this underwriter will primarily handle a Michigan territory***
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$68,000 - $123,600The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
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