Job Description

Inland Marine Underwriter St. Petersburg, FL (Hybrid)

FinTrust Connect has partnered with a leading specialty insurance provider that is seeking a senior-level Inland Marine Underwriter with deep expertise in Builders Risk and associated inland marine coverages. This is an exciting opportunity to support a high-growth commercial lines portfolio within a dynamic underwriting environment.

Why this opportunity?

• Culture: Entrepreneurial and production-driven team that values underwriting discipline and market knowledge

• Workplace: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote) in St. Petersburg, FL (going to 4/1 in 2026) BFC wants them in the on their side of the bridge (HQ in DT St. Pete)

• Function: Lead underwriting efforts for Builders Risk and inland marine accounts, while mentoring peers and supporting agency relationships

Requirements:

• 7+ years of commercial underwriting experience, including Builders Risk and Inland Marine
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Professional designations (AMIM, CPCU, CIC, or ARM) strongly valued
• Familiarity with ISO forms, contractors' equipment, installation floaters, and transportation risks
• Experience with underwriting platforms like Salesforce, Perceptive Concept, or AS400

• Underwrite and evaluate new and renewal accounts across inland marine lines, including Builders Risk, property in transit, and warehousing
• Apply appropriate pricing and coverage terms based on risk characteristics, guidelines, and market conditions
• Collaborate with Product, Loss Control, and Underwriting Assistants to ensure underwriting accuracy
• Maintain strong agency relationships and lead regular meetings (virtual and in-person) to promote growth and submission quality
• Contribute to the development of underwriting training materials and best practices
• Support internal teams through mentorship and knowledge sharing
• Monitor market trends and regulatory changes affecting inland marine insurance