We are seeking a results-driven Senior Underwriter to join our growing Renewable Energy practice, focused on complex and emerging risks across solar, wind, biomass, geothermal/COGEN, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a passion for partnering with brokers to support the renewable sector’s rapid evolution.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyze and underwrite new and renewal commercial submissions for renewable energy accounts by assessing exposure, historical performance, and risk acceptability.
Structure and price deals using sophisticated rating models, underwriting guidelines, and industry data.
Develop and communicate customized coverage terms and conditions in line with underwriting authority and profitability objectives.
Maintain a strong understanding of market conditions, competitive intelligence, and industry trends specific to renewable energy operations.
Collaborate with retail and wholesale distribution partners to strengthen broker relationships and drive targeted growth.
Deliver account-specific and portfolio-level insights to internal stakeholders, including Actuarial, Claims, and Product Development.
Manage renewal processes, including outreach for updated risk information, policy terms, and client needs.
Mentor junior underwriters and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the team.
Represent the company at broker meetings, industry events, and internal presentations as a subject matter expert.
Uphold underwriting discipline, compliance, and best practices while promoting a culture of integrity, collaboration, and performance.

Qualifications

5+ years of commercial underwriting experience in renewable energy classes (solar, wind, biomass, geothermal/COGEN, BESS).
Proven proficiency in underwriting across GL, Auto, Excess Casualty, Property, Inland Marine, and Workers’ Compensation.
Strong broker relationships and marketplace visibility within renewable or clean energy sectors.
Strategic mindset with a detail-oriented approach to risk analysis and portfolio impact.
Bachelor’s degree required; professional designations (CPCU, ARM, AU, ASLI) strongly preferred.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

Compensation & Benefits

The applicable base salary for this opportunity is $100,000 - $150,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this opportunity may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition and professional certification assistance, 401k savings, elective participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Program, paid time off, paid holidays, and child bonding leave, as well as other employee assistance programs.

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