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Senior Underwriting Specialist Life Sciences

The Hanover Life Science Underwriting Department is seeking a highly skilled, results-oriented Senior Underwriting Specialist Life Sciences to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a collaborative, sales-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment.

At The Hanover, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. We actively seek top talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and fuels innovation.

Recognizing the changing nature of work, we offer flexible arrangements. While preference is given to candidates based in the Pacific Northwest or West Coast Region (CA, ID, OR, AZ, CO, WA, UT, TX), we welcome applicants nationwide. This position may be hybrid or fully remote; however, regular business travel within the assigned region or territory is required.

Position Overview: We are seeking a Life Sciences Underwriter to join our underwriting team. In this role, you will help drive growth by underwriting new and renewal business for life sciences accounts of varying sizes and complexities. You will also build and maintain strong relationships with agency partners and collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional service.

In This Role, You Will:

• Underwrite new and renewal business for life sciences accounts across multiple lines of coverage including products, professional, and cyber.
• Assess risk and make sound underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines.
• Document underwriting decisions in internal systems.
• Communicate coverage options, advantages, and recommendations during the quoting process.
• Identify opportunities for account rounding and cross-selling additional products.
• Work closely with underwriting assistants and other team members to ensure efficient workflow.
• Maintain proactive communication with agents to foster trust and confidence.
• Collaborate with colleagues to address complex issues and support overall agency management.
• Make marketing and business development agency calls both in person and on-line.

What You Need To Apply:

• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in small or middle market Life Sciences.
• Experience with Professional Lines, Cyber, and Products Liability is highly desired.
• Strong knowledge of property and casualty coverages and underwriting principles.
• Ability to evaluate risk and make informed decisions.
• Sales-oriented mindset with the ability to negotiate and close accounts.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• High level of responsiveness and commitment to delivering outstanding service.