Underwriting Development Program

About the Role

Liberty Mutual's Underwriting Development Program offers a career launch for curious, analytical individuals energized by solving complex business challenges. As an Associate Underwriter, you will learn how businesses manage risk and how insurance protects critical assets. You will work with experienced underwriters to evaluate risks, develop insurance solutions, and make strategic business decisions. The role combines analytical thinking, business acumen, relationship management, and negotiation. You will assess business operations, financial information, and industry trends to determine risk appropriateness for Liberty Mutual and help establish pricing and coverage.

Liberty Mutual's Global Risk Solutions (GRS) provides commercial and specialty insurance, surety, and reinsurance for midsize, large, and global businesses across various industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business information, financial data, and industry trends to evaluate risk.
• Learn how insurance products and risk management solutions support businesses.
• Partner with brokers, customers, and internal teams to understand client needs and develop tailored insurance solutions.
• Build strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Develop expertise in risk selection, coverage analysis, and pricing strategies.
• Make informed business decisions balancing customer needs with profitable growth objectives.

Training & Development

• Participate in the Underwriting Development Program starting in June 2027, a blended learning experience to build technical, analytical, and business skills.
• During the first six months, engage in structured onboarding and development combining formal coursework with hands-on underwriting responsibilities.
• Receive support from experienced underwriting professionals and a dedicated learning liaison.
• Build a foundation in underwriting principles, risk assessment, coverage analysis, and pricing.
• Gain hands-on experience evaluating risks and developing insurance solutions for commercial customers.
• Learn alongside a cohort of peers and build a professional network.
• Receive ongoing coaching, mentorship, and field support.
• Develop the knowledge and skills for career growth within underwriting.

This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• You have 0-2 years of related professional experience.
• You hold, or will be completing, a Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Economics, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• A strong academic record with a cumulative 3.0 GPA preferred.
• You possess strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiating skills.
• You have solid interpersonal skills and demonstrate a passion for customer service.
• You must be willing to complete professional designation(s) and continued insurance education.
• You must have permanent work authorization in the United States.
• You must possess and maintain a valid driver's license for regular travel to customer locations.