Financial Institutions Underwriter
Company websitethehartford.com (The Hartford, opens in new tab)
Base salary $102,000 to $193,200
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in New York, NY
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- LocationNew York, NY
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (15 min ago) · observed since
About this job
We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
Financial Institutions Underwriter - New York Region
As a member of The Hartford’s Financial Lines organization, the Financial Institutions Underwriter is responsible for underwriting and generating new business within the Financial Institutions segment. Reporting to the Managing Director of the Diversified/Financial Services Team, this role serves public and large private financial institutions, including Asset Managers, Private Equity/Venture Capital firms, Insurance Companies, REITs, and Banks. Products include Primary and Excess D&O, E&O, Fiduciary, and EPL coverages.
Responsibilities:
Territory Management & Relationship Development
- Execute territory strategy and develop broker partnerships that drive profitable growth.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and internal business partners.
- Develop and manage a targeted pipeline of new business opportunities.
- Leverage market intelligence and competitive insights to expand market presence and win business.
Sales Excellence
- Apply a consultative sales approach to uncover client needs and business opportunities.
- Effectively communicate The Hartford’s value proposition, products, and underwriting expertise.
- Prepare thoroughly for broker and client meetings to advance business objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and negotiate solutions that support growth and profitability.
Underwriting & Technical Expertise
- Analyze, select, and structure Financial Institutions risks consistent with underwriting appetite and profitability goals.
- Evaluate financial, operational, and loss information to identify exposures and underwriting concerns.
- Communicate coverage, deal structure, and risk selection recommendations to brokers.
- Maintain expertise in policy forms, endorsements, exclusions, and coverage language.
Key Success Measures
- Profitable premium growth and portfolio performance.
- New business generation and pipeline conversion.
- Expansion of broker relationships and market presence.
- Disciplined underwriting execution and risk selection.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of Financial Institutions Management Liability and Professional Liability underwriting experience.
- Proven ability to build strong broker, client, and internal business relationships.
- Excellent communication, analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- Results-oriented self-starter with strong organizational skills, technical expertise, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
The job title and level for this position will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Location:
Hybrid role based in New York, NY, with an expectation of working in the office three days per week.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$102,000 - $193,200The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($102,000) is above 7% of the 285 Finance & Accounting roles in New York listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $140,000; the middle half runs from $120,000 to $175,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingFinancial Institutions Underwriter$102,000 to $193,200
Risk Engineering Technical Property Specialist-Midwest$102,400 to $170,400
Risk Engineering Professionals (All Levels), Future Opportunity$102,400 to $153,600
Associate Director Small Business State Product Management$107,600 to $161,400
Personal Insurance Product Assistant Director$107,600 to $161,400
Associate Director, Product Management – Alternative Distribution$107,600 to $161,400
Auto and General Liability Claims Specialist$107,600 to $161,400
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Financial Institutions Underwriter (this listing) | $102,000 - $193,200 |
| Risk Engineering Technical Property Specialist-Midwest | $102,400 - $170,400 |
| Risk Engineering Professionals (All Levels), Future Opportunity | $102,400 - $153,600 |
| Associate Director Small Business State Product Management | $107,600 - $161,400 |
| Personal Insurance Product Assistant Director | $107,600 - $161,400 |
| Associate Director, Product Management – Alternative Distribution | $107,600 - $161,400 |
| Auto and General Liability Claims Specialist | $107,600 - $161,400 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-10-27
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: New York, NY
$102,000 - $193,200
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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