Underwriter, War & Terrorism

We’re looking for an Underwriter, War & Terrorism

Based remotely or from one of our offices located in Richmond, Virginia or Miami and reporting to the Head of War & Terrorism, you’ll work alongside our established and successful US network Terrorism team to execute the class strategy, contribute to the production of the business plan, and attract and underwrite War & Terror business.

As an active member of this well-established team, alongside other experienced members of the team, be responsible for mentoring and developing more junior team members.

What you will help us do

• Contribute towards the War & Terror Underwriting Strategy
• Reporting on, and communication of underwriting activities to senior management
• Monitor statistics, aggregates, probable maximum loss and claims
• Development of business opportunities in the USA
• Meeting with clients in the USA
• The management of relationships with brokers within the War & Terror market
• Where appropriate, be called upon to represent the Company at various market meetings, conferences and committees.
• Underwrite, in accordance with the business plan.

What you require for the role

• Demonstrable Terrorism/Political Violence or Property class knowledge and experience
• Preferably Managing Agency experience
• Well-presented and professional
• Strong influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills - including the ability to communicate effectively at all levels with both internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a high-performing and motivated team
• Able to adapt to a pressurized and time-sensitive environment
• To operate all controls as instructed within the area of responsibility
• To report any risk related concerns to the Risk function

What you can expect from us

At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.

Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success.

Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include:

• Hybrid working
• Matching 401K plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Generous time off (including parental leave)
• Continued support for professional development
• Gym subsidy
• My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work

In good company.

Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.

Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with.