VP Underwriting, Cyber

Howden, A Chart Industries Company

. Define underwriting strategy and foster new broker relationships .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $235,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting strategy, risk evaluation, and portfolio management while effectively leading a team and fostering broker relationships. Proficient in executing business goals and managing complex risks with strong analytical and decision-making skills.

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Underwriting StrategyRisk EvaluationTeam ManagementBroker Relationship ManagementTechnical Underwriting Principles

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentPortfolio ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsDecision-Making SkillsPerformance EvaluationsBudget ManagementUnderwriting AuthorityPremium Income GoalsQuote Numbers

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailSelf-MotivationRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

CPCUAU

Industry Keywords

Crisis RiskReputational RiskBroker RelationshipsGovernanceUnderwriting Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define underwriting strategy and foster new broker relationships
Act as the subject matter expert in nuanced risk evaluation
Manage a team through the employee lifecycle
Own profitable portfolio growth
Lead underwriting across crisis and reputational risk classes
Drive product innovation in response to global threats
Manage key client and broker relationships at the executive level
Manage a small to mid-sized team, including performance evaluations, hiring, recruiting, and termination decisions
Define team production goals aligned with division goals and drive execution
Review referrals from team members
Curate a portfolio in accordance with underwriting guidelines and prescribed pricing tools
Provide input to governance and underwriting guidelines
Own division-level projects or initiatives outside the direct area of expertise
Manage budget for a small team or portion of the division, including staffing and travel and expense costs
Build relationships with capacity providers
Act as subject matter expert to peers, leadership, and team members
Execute annual new and renewal business goals, including premium income, quote numbers, hit ratios, and retentions
Build new relationships with key producers and place additional business
Exercise underwriting authority as outlined in the letter of authority

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field preferred
8-12 years of relevant underwriting experience
Professional certifications such as CPCU, AU, or similar designations 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

Discretionary annual bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellbeing offers
Competitive salary
Unlimited PTO
401(k) with company match
Paid volunteer days
Reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment