Director, Underwriting, Sharing Economy

Crum & Forster

. Lead underwriting activity for the Standard Accounts Sharing Economy business unit .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesLead💰 $91,000 - $171,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive underwriting expertise with a focus on complex auto liability and general liability risks, alongside strong leadership capabilities in managing and developing underwriting teams. Proficient in crafting manuscript policy language and driving profitable growth through strategic underwriting practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Underwriting ExperienceComplex Liability Risk ManagementTechnical Coverage SkillsPeople Leadership and CoachingBroker Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Underwriting Strategy DevelopmentCoverage AnalysisManuscript Policy Language InterpretationPricing Structure ReviewRisk SelectionCommercial Casualty UnderwritingCommercial Auto UnderwritingSpecialty Lines UnderwritingBespoke Policy WordingComplex Risk Oversight

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsJudgment and Decision-MakingAbility to Work in Ambiguous EnvironmentsCoaching SkillsSound Judgment in Complex Situations

Industry Keywords

Transportation Network Company RisksDelivery Network Company RisksAutonomous Vehicle RisksRetail Broker ManagementWholesale Broker Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead underwriting activity for the Standard Accounts Sharing Economy business unit
Manage and develop a team of underwriters
Underwrite and oversee complex auto liability-focused risks, along with related general liability and excess liability exposures
Review new and renewal business, including pricing, structure, terms, conditions, and retentions
Serve as a referral point for complex coverage, pricing, and underwriting decisions
Read, analyze, and help develop manuscript forms and customized policy language
Develop underwriting strategy to drive profitable growth
Work with both retail and wholesale brokers on new and renewal opportunities
Partner regularly with internal teams including claims, legal, actuarial, and product
Help create consistency and clarity in an area where coverage and pricing are often nuanced and evolving

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of underwriting experience, preferably in commercial casualty, commercial auto, or specialty lines
Strong experience with complex liability risks and non-standard exposures
Strong technical coverage skills, including experience with manuscript forms and bespoke policy wording
Experience managing or mentoring underwriters
Ability to work effectively in an environment with ambiguity and evolving risk issues
Strong communication, judgment, and decision-making skills
Experience with Transportation Network Company, Delivery Network Company, and Autonomous Vehicle risks is preferred but not required
Strong underwriting and coverage analysis skills
Ability to interpret and construct manuscript policy language
Strong people leadership and coaching skills
Sound judgment in complex and evolving situations
Ability to balance growth, risk selection, and profitability
Effective broker relationship management across retail and wholesale channels

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Generous 401K employer match
Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Health, dental & vision benefits
Wellness programs focused on physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Tuition reimbursement
Industry-related certifications and professional training
Dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
Matching donation program
Volunteer opportunities
Employee-driven corporate giving program
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive workplace