RLI Insurance Company · 3 days ago
Underwriting Director- East Coast Hull & Liabilities
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$179K/yr - $256K/yr
8+ years expRLI Insurance Company is a unique and successful underwriting firm known for its specialty products and strong culture. They are seeking a highly experienced Director of Ocean Marine Underwriting to lead their Hull & Liability portfolio on the East Coast, focusing on strategic oversight, team leadership, and building regional distribution.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Lead the underwriting strategy and execution for the Hull & Liability segment within the Ocean Marine product line, ensuring profitable portfolio growth
Underwrite and oversee complex new and renewal submissions across commercial marine risks, including tugs, barges, workboats, and marine liabilities
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key producers, particularly regional retail agents and marine specialty wholesalers, to increase quality submission flow
Drive regional distribution by identifying underserved markets and building broker relationships
Oversee and mentor underwriters, providing technical guidance, training, and performance management to ensure consistent underwriting discipline
Monitor market trends, loss experience, and legal developments to support pricing, coverage, and product strategy
Represent the company at industry functions and with key accounts to strengthen market presence and reputation
Collaborate with senior leadership to deliver on P&L goals, contribute to product development initiatives, and ensure alignment with broader business objectives
Participate in strategic projects and lead initiatives related to process improvement, systems enhancement, or market expansion
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Insurance, Business, or a related field required
Minimum 8+ years of commercial marine underwriting experience, with supervisory or team leadership responsibilities
Expertise in Hull & Liability underwriting is essential
Demonstrated track record of profitable portfolio management, broker development, and team leadership
Deep technical understanding of Ocean Marine underwriting, especially Hull & Liability exposures, rating methodologies, and loss trends
Strong market presence and ability to generate new business opportunities through trusted broker relationships
Strategic thinker with the ability to lead a team, coach talent, and make sound risk decisions
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company externally and advocate internally
Analytical skills to assess complex risks and inform pricing, coverage terms, and portfolio-level decisions
Comfortable with data tools and technology platforms to monitor performance and support reporting needs
Preferred
Advanced degrees or marine insurance certifications preferred
Existing relationships with marine wholesalers and regional retail agents, particularly in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, preferred
Cargo experience is a plus
Benefits
Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses
Company
RLI Insurance Company
RLI is a U.S.-based specialty insurer that serves niche property, casualty and surety markets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1987-05-08IPO
Leadership Team
Jonathan E. Michael
Chairman & CEO
Kerrick Porter
Vice President - Executive Products Group
Recent News
2026-01-05
2025-11-12
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