The Jonus Group ยท 2 days ago
Executive Underwriter, Life Sciences
The Jonus Group is seeking an accomplished Executive Underwriter - Life Sciences. This role combines technical underwriting expertise with leadership responsibilities, overseeing a portfolio of life sciences accounts while mentoring and guiding a team of underwriters.
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Responsibilities
Underwrite and manage a portfolio of life sciences business, including products liability, clinical trials, errors & omissions, and related exposures
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of underwriters, fostering technical excellence and professional growth
Establish and execute underwriting strategies that align with profitability and growth objectives
Maintain and expand strong relationships with brokers, clients, and industry partners
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing on complex and high-value accounts
Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and risk engineering teams to deliver tailored client solutions
Monitor industry and regulatory trends to anticipate emerging risks and adapt underwriting approach accordingly
Represent the company at industry events, client meetings, and broker engagements as a market leader in life sciences underwriting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of underwriting experience with significant expertise in life sciences risks
Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and guide underwriting staff
Strong knowledge of products liability, clinical trials, and specialized life sciences coverages
Established broker and client relationships within the life sciences market
Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Strategic mindset with proven ability to balance growth, profitability, and portfolio management
Preferred
advanced degree or industry designation (CPCU, RPLU, ARM, etc.)
Benefits
Annual bonus target
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Company
The Jonus Group
The Jonus Group is an insurance company specializes in full service recruiting firm that offers both direct hire and contract hire services.