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Head of Underwriting Insurance Programs

Stamford, CT, USFull-time$250k–$330k2026-08-01 → 2026-11-09

Core

Lead the underwriting function and oversee the day-to-day activities of the Insurance Programs unit, including portfolio reviews, audits, and claims monitoring.

Role type

Senior leadership underwriter (Head of Underwriting)

Builds

Insurance program portfolios and operational capabilities for MGA clients

Domain

Reinsurance / Insurance

Required skills

Underwriting (property/casualty), MGA relationship management, portfolio oversight, underwriting audits, claims monitoring, reinsurance strategy, financial analysis, team leadership, operational model development

Preferred skills

Experience in casualty and property exposures, professional liability knowledge, strategic business development

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Oversee existing program portfolio and programs under review, lead and coach the underwriting team, develop new contacts for new programs, consult on Target Operating Model development, conduct portfolio reviews and underwriting audits

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities