Underwriting Manager – Retail Middle Market Property

Starr Insurance

. Lead, develop, and expand a team of Property Underwriters, providing coaching, direction, and technical expertise .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $225,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Property Underwriting, with a focus on managing and growing a profitable portfolio in the retail middle market. Exhibits strong leadership and communication skills to effectively guide teams and engage with clients and brokers.

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Property Underwriting ExperiencePortfolio ManagementRisk SelectionCommunication SkillsPresentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Property UnderwritingRisk SelectionPricingCoverageExposure ManagementPortfolio StrategyAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making

Soft Skills

CommunicationNegotiationRelationship-BuildingOrganizational SkillsPrioritization

Industry Keywords

Retail Middle MarketCommercial LinesUnderwriting GuidanceBroker SubmissionsRisk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, develop, and expand a team of Property Underwriters, providing coaching, direction, and technical expertise
Manage and grow a profitable portfolio of retail middle market property business
Solicit and review new and renewal property submissions from retail brokers
Serve as a senior point of contact and subject matter expert for clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders
Lead new and renewal strategy discussions and presentations with clients and brokers
Provide underwriting guidance and support on complex or significant risks within the region
Report directly to the Head of Retail Middle Market Property

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Accounting, Economics, or related field is preferred
7-12+ years of direct property underwriting experience, preferably in retail middle market or commercial lines
Deep technical knowledge of middle-to-large commercial property underwriting, including risk selection, pricing, coverage, exposure management, and portfolio strategy
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Proven ability to manage and grow a profitable book of business
Strong presentation skills
Effective decision-making in complex situations
Strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

First class training and development opportunities
Inclusive environment
Equal opportunity employment