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HUB International Limited

Underwriter

Warwick, RI · On-site

When you join the team at HUB International, you become part of the largest privately owned global ... Underwrite new and renewal business within assigned program(s), ensuring compliance with ...

Chubb

Senior Underwriter, Global Services

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$99K - $117K/yr

Build relationships with US brokers and international underwriters. * The position may require periodic travel. Note: The ideal candidate should be willing and able to work from our Philadelphia ...

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As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for international underwriter in the United States is $78,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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International Underwriters often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory environments across multiple countries and assessing diverse risk profiles for global clients. They must account for currency fluctuations, language barriers, and varying legal standards, which require a keen understanding of international markets and strong analytical skills. Collaborating with global teams and clients can also involve coordinating across time zones and cultural differences. Despite these challenges, the role provides an exciting opportunity to develop specialized expertise and build a rewarding international career.

What does an International Underwriter do?

An International Underwriter assesses financial risks for insurance or loan applications across multiple countries. They analyze factors such as economic conditions, local regulations, and applicant credibility to determine coverage terms and pricing. This role requires expertise in global markets, risk evaluation, and compliance with international underwriting standards. Strong analytical skills and familiarity with different legal and financial systems are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the International Underwriter position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an International Underwriter, you need expertise in risk assessment, global insurance regulations, and financial analysis, often backed by a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with underwriting software, international compliance systems, and certifications such as CPCU or ACII are highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and cross-cultural collaboration skills set standout candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for accurately evaluating complex international risks and effectively working with clients and teams across different countries.

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Assumed Reinsurance Underwriter - International Treaty

Assumed Reinsurance Underwriter - International Treaty

United Fire & Casualty Company

Remote

$1.5K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

UFG is hiring an Assumed Reinsurance Underwriter - International Treaty to underwrite and manage business in a channel of our Assumed Reinsurance portfolio, with primary focus on the International Treaty channel. These channels include international treaty, P&C treaty, retrocessional treaty, MGA/MGU relationships, financial lines, and Funds at Lloyd's (FAL) investments. The international treaty underwriter will participate in the fall renewal cycle and manage an international portfolio with focus on diversification, profitability, and exposure control, including catastrophe aggregation tracking, with an initial regional focus on APAC and EMEA. Works closely with colleagues and leadership in risk, strategy, claims and finance to develop and implement our business plan for their assigned channel. The person will be part of an underwriting team that is rewarded in part based on actual financial performance.
This underwriter will also support the assumed reinsurance department overall, potentially assisting with the underwriting of business outside their assigned channel. This person will play an important role in growing UFG's risk profile and positioning the portfolio to consistently deliver industry-leading profitability. Contributes to the business unit's success with significant visibility among senior stakeholders in the organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Underwrite international treaty business (and selected retrocession) in line with UFG guidelines and risk appetite. Lead the underwriting process for individual treaty submissions. Following our general process for underwriting reinsurance treaties, this person will lead the analysis and due diligence and will be a key contributor to growing the treaty portfolio.
  • Support other reinsurance business. This person will support the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of assumed reinsurance business through other channels, including retro treaty, MGA/MGU business, financial lines reinsurance, and Funds at Lloyd's (FAL) investments.
  • Assist in the financial accounting for the reinsurance book. This person will work with the accounting department to properly account for reinsurance treaties in our financial statements.
  • Assist in the strategic plan for growing the reinsurance book. This person will support the annual planning process for growing the overall reinsurance book with specific focus on the P&C treaty channel.
  • Develop and maintain broker and cedent relationships. Serve as the consistent point of contact for brokers and cedents in key regions (initial focus on Asia), supporting business development through market visits, conferences, and periodic international travel.
  • Monitor markets and communicate insights. Track market trends, main perils, regulatory changes, and structural developments across target territories, and communicate insights internally. Collaborate closely with actuarial, claims, and finance to ensure appropriate pricing, wording, and portfolio steering.

Job Specifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field.
  • Graduate degree in related field is preferred.

Certifications/Designations:
  • Employees are expected to participate in continuing education throughout their careers.
  • Relevant designations in any of the following is preferred:
    • Associate in Reinsurance (ARe),
    • Associate in risk management (ARM),
    • Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), and
    • Associate or Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS or FCAS).

Experience:
  • 5 to 15 years of reinsurance underwriting or closely related experience; international treaty background preferred, with willingness to develop further under UFG's training, to include in part:
    • Submission analysis and screening.
    • Treaty underwriting
    • Reinsurance accounting principles.
    • Maintaining reinsurance broker relationships.
    • Managing General Agency (MGA) business models.
    • Commercial lines insurance.
  • Experience in communicating underwriting analysis to various groups including non-technical and executive audiences.

Knowledge, skills & abilities:
  • Strong subject matter exposure and leadership potential.
  • Understands the principals of portfolio management and how to make a positive financial impact through diversification, materiality, profitability, and relationships.
    • Knowledge and understanding of insurance industry products, services, and business practices.
    • Knowledge and understanding of the challenges faced in the P&C insurance business.
  • Exemplary personal traits including:
    • Self-motivated, collaborative, creative, and diligent.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills.
    • Ability to speak publicly and build the UFG brand.

Working Conditions:
  • Hybrid, based in the United States, with capacity for periodic international travel.

Pay Transparency Statement:
UFG Insurance is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $220,000 annually, which represents the typical range for new hires in this role. Individual pay within this range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, geography and market data.
In addition to base salary, UFG Insurance offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:
  • Annual incentive compensation
  • Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions
  • Generous time-off program
  • Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

This pay range disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.
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