MSIG USA · 3 weeks ago
National Underwriting Executive
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$300K/yr - $350K/yr
10+ years expMSIG USA is the US-based subsidiary of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., a leading global insurer. The National Underwriting Executive is responsible for leading the strategic direction and execution of the Primary Casualty underwriting portfolio, ensuring profitable growth and innovation while overseeing the multinational reverse flow business.
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Responsibilities
Define and execute the underwriting strategy for Primary Casualty business
Oversee the multinational reverse flow casualty business, ensuring local compliance, and coordinated global servicing
Lead the launch and operational development of a retail direct underwriting channel, including digital distribution, pricing and positioning for SME and Mid-market segments
Drive profitable growth while maintaining a balanced risk appetite and portfolio
Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform pricing, terms, and product development
Collaborate with global underwriting and operations teams to service reverse flow programs
Partner with Distribution, Actuarial, Claims, and Reinsurance to enhance underwriting performance
Establish and enforce underwriting guidelines, authority limits, pricing models, and risk appetite frameworks
Lead complex underwriting decisions, especially for large or unique risks
Maintain portfolio discipline by analyzing loss ratios, pricing adequacy, and portfolio mix
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of underwriters and underwriting managers across the region
Promote a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and collaboration
Develop talent pipeline through training, coaching, and succession planning
Identify gaps and opportunities in current offerings and lead new product development
Collaborate with actuarial and legal teams to structure innovative solutions tailored to client needs
Leverage analytics and emerging technologies to refine underwriting practices and pricing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, or related field
Minimum 10–15 years of experience in casualty underwriting, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
Strong exposure to Workers' Compensation and multinational program structures
Strong knowledge of primary casualty lines, risk selection, claims trends, and regulatory environments
Proven leadership in underwriting strategy and team management
Strong analytical skills, actuarial understanding, and portfolio management
Effective communicator with excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to drive innovation, change, and digital transformation in underwriting
Familiarity with underwriting platforms, analytics tools, and pricing models
Company
MSIG USA
MSIG USA is the partner that businesses rely on for creative, customized insurance solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter McKenna
Chief Executive Officer
Ryan Kratz
Head of Cyber, North America
Recent News
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