Director Of Underwriting, Employee Benefits National Accounts

Hartford Fire Insurance

Base: $128,000 - $192,000; bonus/equity: short-ter...
Hybrid (3 days in-office for local candidates, remote for others)
7+ years group employee benefits underwriting experience
National accounts or complex large-case business exposure
Leadership managing and developing underwriting talent
The Hartford Fire Insurance is seeking a Director of Underwriting for Employee Benefits National Accounts, responsible for leading underwriting strategies and managing a team for large employers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in group employee benefits underwriting and demonstrated leadership capabilities, while the role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation

Job Summary

  • The Director of Underwriting leads the strategy and execution for employers with 5,000+ lives to drive profitable growth.
  • This role requires building a high-performing team while ensuring disciplined risk selection across Group Life, AD&D, and disability lines.
  • Candidates will partner with Sales, Actuarial, and Product teams to support market-competitive solutions while maintaining underwriting integrity.

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The Hartford Fire Insurance is seeking a Director of Underwriting for Employee Benefits National Accounts, responsible for leading underwriting strategies and managing a team for large employers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in group employee benefits underwriting and demonstrated leadership capabilities, while the role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation.

Salary

Base: $128,000 - $192,000; Bonus/Equity: Short-term or annual bonuses and long-term incentives available; Benefits: Part of total compensation package including on-the-spot recognition

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years Group Employee Benefits underwriting experience
  • National Accounts or complex large-case business exposure
  • Leadership managing and developing underwriting talent
  • Deep technical underwriting knowledge in Group Life and Disability
  • Strong business and financial acumen

Nice-to-have

  • Inclusive and collaborative culture fostering
  • Continuous improvement in service delivery
  • Forward-thinking underwriting practices innovation
  • Excellent communication and decision-making skills

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years of Group Employee Benefits underwriting experience
  • Significant exposure to National Accounts or complex large-case business
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing underwriting professionals
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
  • Willingness to travel as needed

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