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Underwriting Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, actuarial science, or a related field. Large carriers, reinsurers, and managing general agents file LCAs under SOC code 13-2053. No lottery exemptions apply, but cap-exempt employers exist in this sector.
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Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Regional Manager will drive the development, execution, and achievement of our Non-Blue Water Hull, Marine Liability, and Cargo insurance business. This is a hands-on leadership role involving active involvement and oversight across all aspects of production, underwriting, pricing, and portfolio management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and optimize production, underwriting, pricing, and management of the Marine portfolio
- Review portfolio profitability and collaborate with field personnel to determine and implement corrective action plans
- Provide underwriting support, handle referrals, and establish target accounts
- Pursue new business opportunities and actively obtain submissions
- Gather and report reinsurance data as needed
- Directly handle assigned accounts in partnership with the Zone Manager and Home Office
- Develop and maintain producer relationships focusing on customer service and regular visits
- Ensure ongoing client engagement and provide exceptional service
- Manage a group of Underwriters to achieve profitable growth, targeting $1mil New Business per Underwriter with 100 producer visits each year.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the Marine insurance industry
- Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams, and other productivity software platform
- Proven adaptability to change and new technologies
- Extensive broker relationships and contacts
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
INTRODUCTION
Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Regional Manager will drive the development, execution, and achievement of our Non-Blue Water Hull, Marine Liability, and Cargo insurance business. This is a hands-on leadership role involving active involvement and oversight across all aspects of production, underwriting, pricing, and portfolio management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and optimize production, underwriting, pricing, and management of the Marine portfolio
- Review portfolio profitability and collaborate with field personnel to determine and implement corrective action plans
- Provide underwriting support, handle referrals, and establish target accounts
- Pursue new business opportunities and actively obtain submissions
- Gather and report reinsurance data as needed
- Directly handle assigned accounts in partnership with the Zone Manager and Home Office
- Develop and maintain producer relationships focusing on customer service and regular visits
- Ensure ongoing client engagement and provide exceptional service
- Manage a group of Underwriters to achieve profitable growth, targeting $1mil New Business per Underwriter with 100 producer visits each year.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the Marine insurance industry
- Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams, and other productivity software platform
- Proven adaptability to change and new technologies
- Extensive broker relationships and contacts
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Underwriting Manager
Verify your SOC code before applying
Underwriting Manager roles typically file under SOC 13-2053. Confirm this on O*NET before accepting an offer. A mismatched SOC code can trigger an RFE if your degree field doesn't align with the occupation's standard requirements.
Check prevailing wage tiers early
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level III and Level IV wages for SOC 13-2053 in your target metro. Employers filing at a lower wage level than your offer may face DOL scrutiny during LCA certification.
Target carriers with cap-exempt affiliations
Some insurers operate nonprofit research arms or partner with academic medical centers that qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. A position there lets you skip the lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status with the employer's HR team before pursuing the role.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by underwriting or financial management roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B LCA filing history. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with the specialty occupation documentation underwriting roles require.
Align your degree field to the role description
USCIS scrutinizes Underwriting Manager petitions where the degree field is tangential, such as general business or liberal arts. Request that your employer's petition letter explicitly connects your actuarial science, finance, or risk management degree to the job's core functions.
Time your filing around the 60-day grace period
If you're transitioning from another employer, your 60-day grace period starts when your previous job ends. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before that window closes, so confirm their internal HR timeline upfront to avoid a status gap.
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Find Underwriting Manager JobsUnderwriting Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Underwriting Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Underwriting Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as finance, actuarial science, risk management, or a closely related discipline. USCIS evaluates whether the degree is a standard industry requirement for the role, not just a preference, so the employer's job description and petition letter need to be precise about that requirement.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Underwriting Manager positions?
Large commercial carriers, reinsurers, managing general agents, and specialty lines insurers are the most active H-1B sponsors for underwriting leadership roles. Migrate Mate lets you search by role and filter for employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can target companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for underwriting positions specifically.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another insurer?
A merger or acquisition doesn't automatically invalidate your H-1B, but the successor employer must assume the obligations of the original LCA or file a new one if your role, location, or wage level changes materially. USCIS treats a corporate restructuring as a portability situation if the new employer is a successor in interest, meaning no new petition is required in most straightforward acquisitions.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new underwriting employer before my current petition expires?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for the new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, provided you've been in valid H-1B status and the new role qualifies as a specialty occupation. The new employer's LCA must match the actual work location and wage, which is especially relevant for underwriting roles that may involve managing remote or distributed teams.
Does an Underwriting Manager role at a nonprofit insurer or captive qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filing?
It depends on the organization's structure. Standard commercial insurers and captives are cap-subject employers. A nonprofit insurer affiliated with an academic institution or organized as a 501(c)(3) research entity may qualify as cap-exempt, allowing USCIS to accept the petition outside the annual lottery window. Confirm the employer's tax status and affiliation before relying on a cap-exempt filing strategy.
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