Senior Underwriter - Inland Marine
Selby Jennings
Remote
Full-Time
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Job Description
Senior Underwriter - Inland Marine (Remote) My client is adding a Senior Inland Marine Underwriter to support the growth of a profitable, specialty Inland Marine portfolio , with primary emphasis on Builder's Risk, Contractor's Equipment, and Motor Truck Cargo . This is a hands‑on underwriting role for an experienced Inland Marine professional who combines strong technical judgment with a portfolio‑management mindset. Responsibilities Underwrite, manage, and profitably grow an Inland Marine book of business Focus on Builder's Risk, Contractor's Equipment, and Motor Truck Cargo, with exposure to related Inland Marine classes Maintain discipline around risk selection, pricing, coverage analysis, and rate adequacy Evaluate submissions using TIV/NAV analysis, loss history, CAT exposure, risk controls, and portfolio considerations Ensure accurate documentation of coverage intent, pricing rationale, terms, endorsements, and compliance requirements Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders on new business, renewals, and portfolio optimization Monitor book performance metrics and proactively manage appetite, mix, and strategy Participate in broker-facing meetings, presentations, and targeted growth initiatives Travel limited to moderate, based on territory and broker needs Ideal Profile 5+ years of Inland Marine underwriting experience in a commercial or specialty environment Strong technical expertise in Builder's Risk, Contractor's Equipment, and Motor Truck Cargo Proven ability to underwrite within delegated authority and program guidelines Solid understanding of pricing, coverage interpretation, and loss trends Portfolio-focused mindset with attention to profitability and long-term performance Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate underwriting decisions to brokers Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams Location Fully remote within the United States Timing This is an active and immediate hire with interviews underway. This role is well suited for an Inland Marine underwriter seeking long-term portfolio ownership, technical underwriting depth, and a stable specialty platform .