Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) Underwriter

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Hiring Remotely in Remote, OR, USA
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59K-168K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Underwrites and manages Subcontractor Default Insurance accounts by analyzing financial, operational, and capacity risks. Supports SDI strategy, portfolio management, product development, and risk selection using data and analytics. Builds relationships with brokers, customers, and internal stakeholders while collaborating with underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams. Presents complex recommendations to senior leadership and contributes to business initiatives in the construction insurance market.
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Description
As a part of our construction product offerings and portfolio, Liberty Mutual is hiring a Subcontract Default Insurance (SDI) Underwriter to join our team. The SDI Underwriter will work in support of the Underwriting Team in analyzing and managing new and existing SDI accounts of all sizes and complexities, in support of SDI's national strategy. SDI is a growing team within Liberty Mutual Surety.
Liberty Mutual Surety, a business unit of Liberty Mutual Insurance, is the world's largest globally Surety, including in the United States. Conducting business worldwide through fronting relationships and Liberty-owned subsidiaries, we provide bonds in over 60 countries for construction firms, manufacturers and suppliers, and commercial enterprises on an account and transactional basis. We are committed to building mutually profitable relationships by providing smart business solutions, ease of doing business, and consistent, responsive service. Liberty Mutual Surety is dedicated to the communities we serve and highly values a diverse workforce in more than 18 countries.
Responsibilities:
  • Review and analysis of financial, capacity, and operational systems and controls in conjunction with current SDI practices.
  • Help execute the SDI vision and value proposition that recognizes changing business and competitive environment dynamics, key business drivers, and financial elements.
  • Leverage strong United States and Canadian broker relationships to effectively promote and represent Liberty Mutual with customers and at industry events.
  • Support and execute SDI business strategy to successfully propel the product and client segments into a significant, profitable, sustainable, and long-term marketplace leadership position.
  • Develop, leverage, and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships. Assist with new product development, implementation, and oversight; actively engage with others in the Liberty Mutual suite of construction surety and insurance offerings as well as collaborate with other underwriters, claims, and actuarial teams to share insights and best practices across the organization.
  • Utilizing data, analytics, and technology to improve Underwriting risk selection and portfolio management.
  • Special projects as assigned.

Experience in the construction industry is highly preferred!
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Construction Management, Accounting, Risk Management and Insurance or business related field typically required. A minimum of 3 years experience preferably in the construction industry.
  • Analytical ability and decision-making skills
  • Demonstrated ability to make and clearly communicate sound recommendations that includes complex analyses, both verbal and written
  • Displays strong interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external stakeholders, including leading presentations with senior leadership.
About Us
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
At Liberty Mutual, our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and can thrive. We build an environment that welcomes a wide range of perspectives and experiences, with inclusion embedded in every aspect of our culture and reflected in everyday interactions. This comes to life through comprehensive benefits, workplace flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a host of opportunities provided through our Employee Resource Groups. Each employee plays a role in creating our inclusive culture, which supports every individual to do their best work. Together, we cultivate a community where everyone can make a meaningful impact for our business, our customers, and the communities we serve.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://www.libertymutualgroup.com/about-lm/careers/benefits
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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  • California
  • Los Angeles Incorporated
  • Los Angeles Unincorporated
  • Philadelphia
  • San Francisco

$59,000.00 - 168,000.00

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Construction Management, Accounting, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related business field
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in the construction industry
  • Strong analytical ability and decision-making skills
  • Ability to communicate sound recommendations involving complex analyses, verbally and in writing
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder relationship skills
  • Ability to lead presentations with senior leadership

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Liberty Mutual Insurance Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Parental & Family Support Parental and family-building support is notably robust, with eight weeks paid bonding for all parents and an additional eight weeks of 100% paid short‑term disability for birth parents. Adoption/surrogacy reimbursement up to $40,000, substantial fertility coverage, and backup childcare reinforce this strength.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs are positioned as a standout, including a 401(k) that matches 100% of the first 5% per pay period plus an additional 3% annual contribution for eligible employees. A student‑loan “401(k) match” feature further broadens access to company retirement contributions.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Mental‑health and well‑being resources are emphasized, with 12 free therapy sessions for employees and family members and access to resilience tools. Onsite health centers in Boston and Plano add convenient primary and urgent care access for some locations.

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HQ: Boston, MA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1912

What We Do

Liberty Mutual Insurance exists to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. A Fortune 100 company and global leader in property and casualty insurance, we’ve spent over a century creating innovative products, services and technologies to meet the world’s ever-changing needs and make a difference for our customers and communities.

Why Work With Us

We offer the agility, work flexibility, project ownership and access to emerging tech you’d expect from a start-up — combined with the stability, resources and benefits that come from working at a leading Fortune 100 company. All in a welcoming, inclusive environment that values the unique insights, perspectives and backgrounds of each person.

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