Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty

Company: Chubb
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description This Commercial Lines Underwriter will manage a Commercial renewal book for the Pittsburgh territory and will be responsible for the successful renewal and growth of commercial business in the designated territory. The position will primarily be focused on underwriting Commercial Property & Casualty opportunities across all lines of business including Property, GL, Auto, WC, Umbrella and International within the Pittsburgh insurance marketplace. The Commercial Underwriter must develop book growth, maintain superior relationships and implement effective and profitable pricing rate strategies. Underwriting will include marketing and servicing accounts based on Chubb guidelines. The position will be responsible for developing and implementing a business plan to grow the Commercial book through prospect identification and pipeline development, new business production and account management in assigned branches. The Commercial Underwriter will have accountability for the financial performance of the Commercial book of business, achieving growth for the branch, region and territory. They will identify opportunities for growth within new and existing production sources, identify cross sell opportunities, conduct agency planning/goal setting including monitoring of progress and make regular broker and insured visits. This position reports to the Pittsburgh Commercial Underwriting Team Leader. This position will be based on experience in underwriting and compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years of commercial multi-line underwriting experience. Strong sales and marketing skills are also critical. Must be able to demonstrate success in marketing, producer/book management and new business development. Must also have the ability to successfully negotiate on all levels with both internal and external partners and nurture key producer relations. The ideal candidate for the role will possess a high degree of proficiency with the underwriting process, risk analysis, and work effectively in collaboration with an Underwriting Associate. Effective desk management is a critical part of this role. Must have exemplary ability to effectively interact with all levels of customers and coworkers and exhibit strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Knowledge and proficiency with underwriting technical issues, compliance, coverage, products, pricing & strategies expected. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business related software required. We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated to succeed and is results oriented with solid business acumen. Salary grade for this position will depend on applicant’s experience.

Keywords: Chubb, Warren , Underwriter, Commercial Insurance Specialty, Sales , Pittsburgh, Ohio