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Skyward Specialty Insurance · 23 hours ago

Underwriter, Renewable Energy

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $150K/yr

5+ years exp

Skyward Specialty Insurance is seeking a results-driven Senior Underwriter to join their growing Renewable Energy practice, focused on complex and emerging risks. This role involves analyzing and underwriting commercial submissions for renewable energy accounts, structuring deals, and collaborating with brokers to support the sector's evolution.

InsuranceLife InsuranceProperty Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Analyze and underwrite new and renewal commercial submissions for renewable energy accounts by assessing exposure, historical performance, and risk acceptability

Structure and price deals using sophisticated rating models, underwriting guidelines, and industry data

Develop and communicate customized coverage terms and conditions in line with underwriting authority and profitability objectives

Maintain a strong understanding of market conditions, competitive intelligence, and industry trends specific to renewable energy operations

Collaborate with retail and wholesale distribution partners to strengthen broker relationships and drive targeted growth

Deliver account-specific and portfolio-level insights to internal stakeholders, including Actuarial, Claims, and Product Development

Manage renewal processes, including outreach for updated risk information, policy terms, and client needs

Mentor junior underwriters and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the team

Represent the company at broker meetings, industry events, and internal presentations as a subject matter expert

Uphold underwriting discipline, compliance, and best practices while promoting a culture of integrity, collaboration, and performance

Qualification

Commercial underwriting experienceRenewable energy expertiseUnderwriting across GLAutoBroker relationshipsProfessional designations

Required

5+ years of commercial underwriting experience in renewable energy classes (solar, wind, biomass, geothermal/COGEN, BESS)

Proven proficiency in underwriting across GL, Auto, Excess Casualty, Property, Inland Marine, and Workers' Compensation

Strong broker relationships and marketplace visibility within renewable or clean energy sectors

Strategic mindset with a detail-oriented approach to risk analysis and portfolio impact

Bachelor's degree required

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment

Preferred

professional designations (CPCU, ARM, AU, ASLI) strongly preferred

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

Tuition and professional certification assistance

401k savings

Elective participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Child bonding leave

Other employee assistance programs

Company

Skyward Specialty Insurance

Skyward Specialty is a rapidly growing and innovative specialty insurance company, delivering commercial P&C products and solutions on a non-admitted and admitted basis.

Founded in 2006

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees