Reinsurance Underwriting Director

Ryan Specialty

. Develop and implement reinsurance underwriting processes for new and renewal accounts .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesLead💰 $260,000,000 - $325,000,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Reinsurance Underwriting, including complex decision-making, portfolio strategy development, and team leadership. Proficient in risk management, compliance with insurance regulations, and effective communication with stakeholders.

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Reinsurance UnderwritingTeam ManagementRisk ManagementNegotiationKPI Tracking

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Hard Skills

Reinsurance Treaty PlacementCeded Reinsurance KnowledgeUnderwriting Systems and ToolsInsurance Policy ReviewStatistical AnalysisBudget ManagementTechnical DocumentationPortfolio Strategy DevelopmentTraining and DevelopmentProperty and Casualty Underwriting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingDecision MakingLeadership DevelopmentCrisis Management

Certifications & Qualifications

State P&C LicenseSurplus Line LicenseAssociate in Reinsurance (ARE)Associate in Risk Management (ARM)

Industry Keywords

Underwriting ProcessesRisk Profile DiversificationStrategic NegotiationsInsurance Laws and RegulationsMarket Trends

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement reinsurance underwriting processes for new and renewal accounts
Oversee the reinsurance underwriting team and develop portfolio strategy
Make complex underwriting decisions, determine coverage terms and pricing, and monitor the reinsurance portfolio
Ensure a diversified risk profile aligned with organizational objectives
Collaborate with claims, product, actuarial, and customer service teams
Manage expenses and drive a prudent budget
Implement disciplined underwriting approaches and ensure profitable program results
Foster innovation and implement new methodologies, technologies, and approaches
Oversee strategic negotiations with major ceding companies and industry partners
Lead crisis management efforts and implement strategic risk mitigation plans
Present reports on reinsurance activities, performance metrics, and market trends to the board and executive leadership
Develop and oversee training programs for the reinsurance underwriting team
Develop workflow reports to identify staffing needs
Develop staff through cross-training and leadership development
Respond to escalated calls and emails
Train, plan, assign, and direct work; evaluate performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems
Hire and lead growing reinsurance staff
Advocate compliance with insurance laws, rules, and regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred; Statistics, Economics, and Risk Management preferred
Related discipline or commensurate work experience considered
12-15+ years of experience in Reinsurance Underwriting
Minimum of 5 years of management experience
State P&C and/or surplus line licenses required
Associate in Reinsurance (ARE) or Associate in Risk Management (ARM) is a plus
Knowledge of ceded reinsurance
Knowledge of state-specific underwriting statutes
Reinsurance treaty placement
Knowledge of underwriting systems and tools
Insurance policy review
KPI tracking
Training and development
Property and casualty underwriting
Risk management
Technical documentation
Business relationship management
Decision making
Effective communication
Problem solving
Negotiation
Team management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off for company holidays
Vacation days
Sick days
Personal days
Paid parental leave
Mental health services
Benefits package supporting employees and family members' physical, financial, and emotional well-being
Bonuses for full-time roles
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities