AVP Underwriting, Cyber

Howden, A Chart Industries Company

. Define team production goals aligned with division goals and drive execution .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting complex risks, including cyber underwriting, while effectively managing a team of underwriters to achieve production goals. Strong analytical and decision-making skills are essential for building relationships and executing business strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cyber Underwriting ExpertiseTeam Leadership and ManagementTechnical Underwriting PrinciplesRisk AssessmentProfessional Certifications (CPCU, AU)

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingRisk AssessmentAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringAttention to DetailSelf-MotivationRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuitePricing Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCUAU

Industry Keywords

Underwriting GuidelinesPerformance ReviewsPremium IncomeQuote TargetsBroker Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define team production goals aligned with division goals and drive execution
Coach, mentor, and train underwriters
Manage a team of underwriters, including performance reviews and merit recommendations
Review references from team members
Curate a portfolio of business according to underwriting guidelines and pricing tools
Execute annual new and renewal business goals, including premium income and quote targets
Build relationships with key producers and generate business
Quote and bind accounts
Act as a subject matter expert in cyber underwriting
Underwrite complex reputational and operational risks
Maintain market, competitive, and product intelligence and communicate it to the broader team
Participate in Team Leader Meetings
Hire for the team, raise job requisitions, interview candidates, and make hiring decisions
Exercise underwriting authority as outlined in the LOA

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field strongly preferred
8-10 years of relevant underwriting experience, with leadership exposure
Professional certifications such as CPCU, AU, or similar designations strongly preferred
In-depth understanding of technical underwriting principles and risk assessment
Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Proven ability to manage and build broker and client relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated ability to handle complex risks with sound judgment
Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail
Ability to travel up to 25% or more as required for client meetings, conferences, or industry events
Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 50% of the time, with occasional movement throughout the office to access files and equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellbeing offers
Competitive salary
Unlimited PTO
401k with company match
Paid volunteer days
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities