Excess & Specialty Insurance Underwriters (SME Focus)
Domain Expert Interview CORE Not done Work Authorization Not done All application steps are reused whenever another role requires the same step, so you never have to upload your resume or take the same interview twice We are seeking U.S.-based experts with direct underwriting experience in the Excess & Specialty Insurance market, particularly underwriting SME/commercial accounts. Applicant pay shown: $90 - $110 / hour.
- Platform
- Mercor
- Fit category
- Finance
- Remote/location
- Remote
- Pay
- Firm hourly pay: $90 - $110 / hour
- Eligibility
- Remote, U.S. eligibility/work authorization signal
- Difficulty
- Selective
- Last reviewed
- Jul 1, 2026
Current application
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What this role involves
Domain Expert Interview CORE Not done Work Authorization Not done All application steps are reused whenever another role requires the same step, so you never have to upload your resume or take the same interview twice We are seeking U.S.-based experts with direct underwriting experience in the Excess & Specialty Insurance market, particularly underwriting SME/commercial accounts.
Requirements
- Based in the United States
- 3+ years of experience in Excess & Specialty Insurance underwriting (5+ years preferred)
- Direct experience underwriting SME/commercial risks
- Strong understanding of risk selection, pricing, coverage structuring, and portfolio management
- Relevant Backgrounds Experience in lines such as:
- Construction or Transportation specialty risks
Best for
- Business, finance, operations, or insurance professionals
- Reviewers comfortable with structured analysis and documentation
- Applicants who can apply domain judgment to AI evaluation tasks
Skip this if...
- You need guaranteed acceptance, guaranteed work, guaranteed pay, or guaranteed hours
- You are not comfortable with Mercor's application, assessment, or independent-contractor terms.
- You require H-1B or STEM OPT support and the live listing still says those candidates are not supported.
Application tips
- Prepare concise proof of relevant professional experience before starting the application flow.
- Verify the live Mercor listing before applying because availability, pay, and eligibility can change.
- Read any location, work-authorization, and assessment requirements before applying.