Senior Underwriter

Starr Insurance is seeking a Senior Underwriter for our Technical and Construction line of business. Technical Lines comprises Onshore Operational Property Insurance for Oil, Gas, Petrochemicals, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Power Generation/Utilities, Process Industries, Mining, Steel, Pulp & Paper, Commercial Property, and Construction “All Risks” Insurance. Key Responsibilities Underwriting assessment of risks within the underwriting authority that may be delegated to you. Preparation of referrals on new and renewal business. Assessment and monitoring of natural catastrophe exposures where applicable. Arrangement of reinsurance as may be appropriate. Monitoring the results on the accounts in your portfolio and taking corrective measures, if necessary. Underwrite, analyze, and manage the Onshore Operational Technical Lines & Construction Insurance portfolio assigned to you, in accordance with Starr’s risk appetite and guidelines. Work closely with subject‑matter experts (engineering, risk consulting, claims, actuarial) to understand exposures, review engineering survey reports, catastrophe (CAT) perils, and apply them in underwriting decisions. Assist and implement the Facultative and/or Treaty reinsurance placement strategy. Work with the Technical Lines Manager in Buenos Aires, Argentina, to prepare an Annual Business Plan and Budget. Develop new business and renewal submissions for insurance and inward reinsurance to create a well‑balanced and profitable Technical Lines & Construction Insurance portfolio. Place facultative reinsurance following Home Office guidelines and local regulations, as may be necessary. Work with other Starr Profit Center Managers for all Lines of Business to develop cross‑marketing opportunities. Create a list of target accounts and develop strategies to engage such business. Meet regularly with local Brokers, Insurance/Reinsurance and Risk Managers, and Insureds, including participation in road‑shows. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients and producers—promote cross‑selling, support distribution channels and ensure client service excellence. Assist in the training and development of underwriting assistants and junior underwriters. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent / Civil or Mechanical Engineering is an advantage. More than 5 years of practical underwriting experience in Technical Lines and Construction insurance / reinsurance. Practical experience using Underwriting Rating tools and methods, including Catastrophe Risk modelling and pricing. Excellent knowledge of relevant policy wordings. Extensive knowledge of Argentina and its insurance, coinsurance, and reinsurance markets, and of the brokers for Technical Lines and Construction. Experience with the placement of Facultative Reinsurance for complex risks in the international reinsurance markets. Comprehensive understanding of natural catastrophe exposures, especially earthquake, windstorm, tsunami, and flood. Detail oriented; attention to quality/accuracy. Ability to work largely unsupervised. Ability to multi‑task and prioritize workflows efficiently. Effective negotiation and management skills. Computer literate in Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Languages: Full professional proficiency in Spanish and English. Company Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: General Business Industries: Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr