US Head of Construction (EAR) - Specialty Underwriting

Join us as a US Head of Construction (EAR) to play a crucial frontline role that will make the most of your technical expertise in underwriting.

Make your mark in Underwriting

AIG Underwriting teams help to find insurance solutions in areas including Financial Lines, Property, Casualty, Specialty Lines, Cyber, and Multinational Clients. We are reimagining how we help customers to manage risk, transforming our operating model and reshaping our role responsibilities and career pathways. The goal is to unlock the full potential in each colleague – empowering our people to grow as insurance professionals and add more value to our customers and AIG.

How you will create an impact

You will be responsible for driving high-performance within the Construction profit center, playing a key role in the delivery of the overall product line strategy. As a Lead Construction Underwriter your deep industry knowledge will allow you to further the organization’s objectives and market position. Responsibilities include:

• Act as a Lead Specialist Underwriter.
• Underwrite new business in line with the Energy & Construction governance framework e.g. Underwriting Authorities, Underwriting Guidelines and Functional Rules.
• Accountability to the NA CAR P&L and achieve production and new business targets to deliver on underwriting strategic objectives including overseeing adherence to pricing guardrails.
• Create and maintain positive relationships with key producers and clients and other relevant stakeholders including Client/Broker Engagement, Reinsurance, Multinational, Claims and Functional teams.
• Work with global product to develop key strategies for profitable growth and monitor outcomes.
• Cross class collaboration end engagement with the NA leadership teams.
• Leadership collaboration with Product Line Lead in formulating and executing regional underwriting strategy.
• Act as a key member of the construction team supporting the global strategy and driving reduced volatility and improving profitability.
• Develop and communication of the Construction appetite through strong engagement with the distribution teams.
• Team management and line of business portfolio and loss analysis.
• Manage referrals and undertake 4-eye reviews with underwriters.
• Manage performance of direct reports.
• Provide training and support to members of the global Construction team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Broad and extensive Construction & Engineering underwriting exposure with at least 15 years’ underwriting experience of profitable business in the Construction & Engineering segment of large corporate international insurance.
• Deep expertise in EAR with expert technical underwriting background of large and complex risks.
• The ability to build relationships with clients and brokers at peer group level.
• Specialized understanding of regional / local Construction & Engineering insurance markets and competitor landscape.
• Client focused with excellent relationship management, customer service, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Capability to leverage data and analytics to make business more efficient and effective.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly motivated and ability to motivate others to achieve common goal.
• Results orientated.
• Preferably a degree holder either in Construction/Engineering, economics, law or other appropriate discipline.

Compensation for this position includes base salary and eligibility for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview.

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why team members come together in the office four days per week. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.

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