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We’re looking for a Claims Specialist, Hamilton Select. Working remotely or based in Richmond, Virginia or the tri-state area and reporting to a Claims Manager, who is based in Richmond, you will be responsible for the direct handling of high exposure casualty and/or specialty claims along with assisting in the mentoring of future claims adjusters. This could be a hybrid working position based in Richmond, VA, or the tri-state area, but we will consider a remote US location for appropriately qualified candidates. Hamilton Select is our US excess and surplus lines insurer based in Richmond, Virginia underwriting hard-to-place accounts in the small and middle-market space through an appointed wholesale broker network. What you will do - Review claims and related systems and processes - Understand and analyze policy language and contracts - Provide coverage, liability, and damages analysis for claims and ensure timely reserving and appropriate legal and indemnity payments - Draft disclaimers and reservation of rights letters - Negotiate settlements, mitigate losses, and control expenses - Adhere to Claims Best Practices, Key Controls, and file handling requirements - Maintain a high level of communication with leadership and underwriting partners - Ensure appropriate reports are timely prepared and disseminated - Ensure successful implementation of key organization-wide initiatives and improvement strategies for claims and our business units - Present to management, mentor new staff and identify procedural improvements - Support other functional groups within the organization - Ensure compliance with internal corporate guidelines, processes and procedures - Other duties as required by management - Some travel, as required for trials & mediations, etc What you require for the role - Experience in casualty and/or specialty claims handling or related litigation with a career history of increasing responsibility - Experience handling claims in the Excess and Surplus market required - Experience handling claims in all of the following divisions is preferred: General and Excess Casualty, Life Sciences, Contractors, Products, Professional and Management Liability, Allied Medical and Medical Professionals - Experience working with complex coverage issues required - Multi-jurisdictional claims and litigation experience required - Adjuster license and or certifications desired but not required - Highly advanced knowledge of claim processes, policies, procedures, claim systems, regulation, coverage, liability, damage evaluation, and/or settlement with exposures in excess of $1M - Strong negotiating, analytical, written, and organizational skills - Mediation and arbitration experience preferred - Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and in-house claims systems) - Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team - Excellent at establishing close working relationships with other departments, including underwriting, operations, finance, IT, actuarial and legal Conduct Standards - You must act with integrity - You must act with due skill, care and diligence - You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and/or other relevant regulators - You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly - You must observe proper standards of market conduct - You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers What you can expect from us We offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture guided by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More. We know if we welcome and respect differences, we’ll attract and retain talent that brings a valuable diversity of perspectives and experience. We want all our colleagues to feel that they can bring their whole selves to work at Hamilton and know that they can be part of building a great company. Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include: - Hybrid working - Matching 401K plan - Medical, dental, vision, life, disability - Generous time off (including parental leave) - Continued support for professional development - Gym subsidy - My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work) In good company. Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world. Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with. Location United States (Remote) Department CLMS Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Experienced Compensation USD

We’re looking for a Vice President, Allied Medical. Working remotely or based in Richmond, Virginia or the tri-state area and reporting to the Healthcare Division Manager, who is based in Richmond, this role will help drive the development of the Healthcare liability book. The purpose of this role is for a talented, dynamic, and technical Underwriter to bring extensive healthcare liability experience to the Healthcare team. This role will focus on Excess & Surplus lines placements using Hamilton Select's E&S platform that is rated A- by AM Best. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with wholesale brokers in the US. The Vice President, Allied Medical role will review and analyze data, price and negotiate coverage terms, assist in the development of new policy forms and guidelines and provide assistance to team members. Exceptional service is a must. This role will include occasional business travel. What you will do - Underwrite healthcare liability insurance for long-term care facilities, social services agencies, such as group homes, and miscellaneous healthcare facilities, such as home health care and medical staffing. - Contribute to Hamilton’s strategy to grow and diversify the Healthcare portfolio. - Establish and maintain underwriting standards and discipline to ensure the delivery of profitable results - Underwrite business in accordance with guidelines to maintain underwriting standards and discipline to ensure delivery of profitable results. - Drive the general use of technology to produce superior profit and establish an ease-of-doing business reputation with our appointed trading partners - Originate, grow and develop high level market relationships with brokers. - Use critical thinking skills to negotiate terms. - Assist in training and mentoring of new employees. - Other duties as assigned. What you require for the role Key Attributes - An established underwriter with 8 plus years underwriting experience (handling healthcare classes) and a strong technical reputation in the U.S. healthcare liability market, with the ability to further develop themselves and mentor the wider team as the book grows - Understands, is comfortable with, and able to support a business strategy that focuses on writing niche lines - Proven track record of generating new leads, applying sound judgement to a broad range of situations and opportunities, and building a substantial portfolio of business from a small base - Ability to attract business from existing relationships and to nurture and develop new relationships - Appreciation of both the subjective and objective aspects to underwriting risk and a willingness to justify decision-making processes at the highest levels in the organization - Breadth of understanding of market trends and nuances - Proven ability to generate an underwriting profit - Integrity in all internal and external relationships - Shared focus on expense management and managing the overall business operations to maximize shareholder returns Other Personal Attributes: - Motivated, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proven decision-making skills. - Good management, coaching and mentoring skills - Approachable and able to clearly market business - Keen attention to detail, highly analytical and excellent problem-solving capability - Demonstrates an understanding and capacity to effectively engage in the negotiation process. Dedicated and consistent What you can expect from us At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More. Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success. Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include: - Hybrid working - Matching 401K plan - Medical, dental, vision, life, disability - Generous time off (including parental leave) - Continued support for professional development - Gym subsidy - My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work In good company. At Hamilton, we’re building a global specialty insurance and reinsurance company focused on underwriting expertise, enhanced by data and technology to deliver significant shareholder value. Headquartered in Bermuda, we operate on a global basis, with over 600 employees and key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. Join us as we continue to drive Hamilton’s evolution into a diversified specialty insurance and reinsurance company. You’ll be in an environment where our colleagues work collaboratively, share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. Location United States (Remote) Department UWCI Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Executive Compensation USD

We’re looking for a Vice President, Life Sciences, Hamilton Select. Hamilton Select is seeking a dynamic and experienced underwriting executive to serve as Vice President, Life Sciences Underwriting Division. This leader will oversee the strategic direction, underwriting discipline, product strategy, portfolio performance, and market presence of Hamilton Select’s Life Sciences practice. This newly created role will focus on Excess & Surplus (E&S) lines placements for General Liability, Products Liability and Professional Liability coverages for small to medium-sized and lower middle market accounts. This role will build and grow a profitable Life Sciences underwriting division focused on providing E&S solutions to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, digital health, nutraceutical, analytical laboratory, and clinical research clients across the U.S. The leader will also take inspiration from Hamilton’s successful and collaborative underwriting culture, integrating best practices in underwriting discipline, broker engagement, technology enablement, and operational excellence. You will be responsible for building and leading a team of underwriters, managing key broker and market relationships, shaping product offerings, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive strategy, innovation, and growth on Hamilton’s E&S platform. The location of this U.S.-based role is flexible, with a preference for candidates in the greater NY/NJ or Richmond, VA area. Reporting to the Chief Underwriting Officer Hamilton Select, you’ll be a hands-on leader, collaborating with underwriting teams and wholesale broker partners to shape and execute Hamilton Select’s underwriting strategy. What you will help us do Strategic Leadership & Business Management - Develop and execute the national Life Sciences underwriting strategy, aligned with Hamilton Select’s performance goals and underwriting philosophy. - Lead the build‑out of underwriting guidelines, appetite, rating frameworks, policy forms, endorsements, and underwriting standards for the Life Sciences portfolio. - Establish and oversee portfolio performance metrics to ensure underwriting discipline, sustainable underwriting profitability and strategic growth. - Partner with senior leadership to identify opportunities to expand risk appetite, develop new product capabilities, and strengthen Hamilton Select’s Life Sciences value proposition. - Contribute to the development and placement of reinsurance solutions supporting the Life Sciences portfolio. Underwriting Oversight - Oversee underwriting execution across Product Liability, Professional Liability, General Liability and Excess/Umbrella lines relevant to Life Sciences risks. - Provide hands‑on technical leadership for complex risks, key accounts, and specialty opportunities. - Ensure underwriting standards, authorities, documentation, and regulatory compliance are maintained across the division. - Apply critical thinking, sound judgment, and pricing discipline to drive underwriting profitability and consistency. Team Leadership & Talent Development - Build, lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing underwriting team, ensuring deep technical competency and strong execution. - Mentor underwriters in risk selection, pricing, broker engagement, negotiation, and Life Sciences‑specific exposures. - Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Broker and Market Engagement - Strengthen and expand relationships with wholesale brokers and trading partners nationally. - Actively market Hamilton Select’s Life Sciences capabilities while ensuring messaging alignment with underwriting appetite. - Leverage relationships to generate new business opportunities, grow premium, and improve account retention. - Represent Hamilton Select at industry events, maintain a strong market presence, and elevate Hamilton’s reputation in the Life Sciences sector. Operational Excellence & Technology Enablement - Partner with Technology, Operations, Risk, Claims, and Actuarial teams to enhance quote systems, underwriting tools, and data capture. - Drive digital enablement initiatives to improve speed‑to‑market, accuracy, and ease‑of‑doing‑business for brokers. - Establish efficient workflows, quality controls, and documentation practices What you require for the role Key Attributes - Ten or more years of underwriting experience with a strong track record in Life Sciences product lines. - Deep technical knowledge of Life Sciences exposures and coverage, with the ability to mentor and develop team members as the portfolio grows. - Proven ability to build and execute a business strategy focused on smaller, niche segments. - Demonstrated success in generating new business, exercising sound judgment, and growing a portfolio from a small base. - Strong existing broker relationships and the ability to attract, develop, and sustain new partnerships. - Balanced understanding of both subjective and objective elements of underwriting risk, with the confidence to justify decisions at senior levels. - Broad understanding of market trends and dynamics within the Life Sciences sector. - Proven ability to deliver underwriting profitability. - Strong business acumen with a shared focus on expense discipline and managing operations to maximize shareholder value. - High integrity in all internal and external interactions. - CPCU or RPLU designation (completed or in progress) preferred. Additional Key Attributes - Motivated, self‑starter with an entrepreneurial and growth‑oriented mindset. - Strong verbal and written communication skills with confident, timely decision‑ - Effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring capabilities. - Approachable, relationship‑driven, and able to clearly articulate and market the business. - Professional, insightful, and adept at managing diverse stakeholders. - Able to work independently with strong organizational and forward‑planning skills. - Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem‑solving capability. - Skilled negotiator with the ability to navigate and influence outcomes effectively. - Strong technical expertise supported by the productive use of data and technology. - Open, innovative, inclusive, and collaborative in work style. - Results‑oriented with a focus on continuous improvement and long‑term growth. What you can expect from us At Hamilton, we offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial and collaborative workplace shaped by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More. Our employees consistently say they would recommend Hamilton as a great place to work — a testament to the inclusive, supportive, and empowering culture we’ve built together. We embrace individuality, value diverse perspectives, and recognise the unique contribution each person makes to our continued success. Hamilton offers a competitive salary with an annual performance-based target bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, to include: - Hybrid working - Matching 401K plan - Medical, dental, vision, life, disability - Generous time off (including parental leave) - Continued support for professional development - Gym subsidy - My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work) In good company. Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world. This role is within Hamilton Select, Hamilton Insurance Group’s US Excess & Surplus (E&S) Lines business. Hamilton Select distributes E&S products exclusively through wholesale brokers. Our underwriters leverage advanced technology and deep expertise to deliver fast, frictionless service to our trading partners with a clear focus on SME and Lower Middle Market risks. Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with. Location United States (Remote) Department UWCI Employment Type Full-Time Minimum Experience Executive Compensation USD

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description The Senior SQL Database Administrator is responsible for the engineering, automation, performance, and reliability of the organization’s SQL Server platforms. This role goes beyond traditional DBA operations and focuses on automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, self-healing platforms, and proactive performance engineering. The successful candidate will be a hands-on expert who builds scalable, secure, and highly available SQL environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. This role reports to the SQL Database Manager. What you will do - Database Engineering & Operations - Design, deploy, and operate highly available and resilient SQL Server environments (Standalone, Failover Cluster Instances, Always On Availability Groups). - Own the end-to-end lifecycle of SQL Server instances: build, patch, upgrade, decommission. - Ensure database platforms meet availability, performance, security, and recoverability requirements. - Act as a senior escalation point for complex database incidents and performance issues. - Automation & Platform Engineering (Core Focus) - Design and implement automation-first DBA processes, minimizing manual intervention. - Build and maintain automation using: - PowerShell - T-SQL - CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or equivalent) - Automate: - SQL builds and configuration - Patching and upgrades - Backups, restores, and DR testing - Monitoring, alerting, and health checks - Implement Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform, DSC where applicable) for database platforms. - Promote “DBA as a service” capabilities for engineering teams. - Performance, Tuning & Reliability - Lead advanced performance troubleshooting and query optimization. - Analyze execution plans, wait statistics, and IO patterns. - Design and implement indexing, partitioning, and data-growth strategies. - Proactively identify and remediate performance and capacity risks. - Support performance testing and release readiness for critical applications. - Security & Compliance - Implement and maintain SQL security best practices: - Least privilege access - Encryption (TDE, TLS, Always Encrypted where applicable) - Auditing and logging - Support compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements (e.g. SOX, ISO 27001, internal security standards). - Work closely with security teams to address vulnerabilities and hardening requirements. - Cloud & Hybrid Platforms - Operate SQL Server across on-premises and cloud environments: - Azure SQL Managed Instance / Azure SQL DB - SQL Server on Azure IaaS (VMs) - Optimize cost, performance, and availability in cloud platforms. - Support migration and modernization initiatives (on-prem → cloud, lift-and-shift, re-platform). - Collaboration & Leadership - Partner with application, data, and platform engineering teams to design database-friendly architectures. - Provide guidance and mentoring to junior DBAs and engineers. - Contribute to standards, patterns, and documentation for database engineering. - Participate in architecture and design reviews for new systems. Qualifications - Extensive hands-on experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA in production environments. - Deep expertise in: - SQL Server internals - T-SQL development - Performance tuning and troubleshooting - Strong automation and scripting skills (PowerShell essential). - Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for database and platform changes. - Proven experience operating high-availability and disaster-recovery SQL solutions. - Strong understanding of Windows Server and underlying infrastructure. Requirements - Experience with Azure SQL (Managed Instance, Azure SQL DB). - Experience with Terraform, ARM, or Bicep for database infrastructure. - Familiarity with monitoring platforms (e.g. Azure Monitor, SQL Sentry, Redgate, Prometheus). - Experience supporting large-scale or mission-critical platforms. - Exposure to DevOps / SRE practices applied to data platforms. Personal Attributes - Strong engineering mindset with a bias for automation. - Calm and methodical under pressure. - Pragmatic problem solver with attention to detail. - Collaborative, proactive, and continuously improving. What Success Looks Like - Manual DBA tasks are eliminated or heavily automated. - Database environments are stable, predictable, and well-monitored. - Incidents are rare, and recovery is fast and well-rehearsed. - Engineering teams can safely consume database services at scale. Benefits - Hybrid working - Matching 401K plan - Medical, dental, vision, life, disability - Generous time off (including parental leave) - Continued support for professional development - Gym subsidy - My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work)

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Hamilton Select is seeking a dynamic Wholesale E&S Distribution Leader to accelerate our distribution strategy, strengthen broker partnerships, and amplify Hamilton’s presence in the market. In this high-impact role, you’ll work closely with senior leadership to sharpen distribution effectiveness, align broker engagement with underwriting appetite, and drive profitable growth across all product lines. The ideal candidate brings strong underwriting expertise, deep Wholesale/E&S market experience, and a robust network of broker relationships. This U.S.-based role is remote, with a preference for candidates in the greater NY/NJ area, though we remain flexible for exceptional talent. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer Hamilton Select, you’ll be a hands-on leader, collaborating with underwriting teams and wholesale broker partners to shape and execute Hamilton Select’s distribution strategy. As the Head of Hamilton Select’s U.S. E&S Distribution, you’ll: - Listen closely to our trading partners - Connect Hamilton’s capabilities to customer needs - Build trusted, collaborative relationships both internally and externally - Deliver Hamilton’s value proposition with clarity and impact - Partner with the CEO and CUO to develop and advance Hamilton Select’s overall U.S. E&S distribution strategy - Drive the evolution of digital distribution capabilities Qualifications - Prior underwriting experience is required - Strong background in the E&S/Wholesale market with a comprehensive understanding of industry dynamics - Established and respected relationships with Wholesale/E&S brokers - Ability and willingness to travel 50–75% of the time - Strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking capabilities Requirements - Strong leadership, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to foster a collaborative environment - Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and time management skills - Demonstrated ability in analyzing, organizing, and presenting information in a clear and succinct manner - Demonstrate strong executive presence with internal and external stakeholders - Ability to effectively and professionally interact with internal constituencies and Broker partners - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Demonstrates an understanding and capacity to effectively engage in the negotiation process Benefits - Hybrid working - Matching 401K plan - Medical, dental, vision, life, disability - Generous time off (including parental leave) - Continued support for professional development - Gym subsidy - My day (additional days leave for personal interests/wellness/charity work) Company Description Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world. This role is within Hamilton Select, US Excess & Surplus (E&S) Lines business. Hamilton Select distributes E&S products exclusively through wholesale brokers. Our underwriters leverage advanced technology and deep expertise to deliver fast, frictionless service to our trading partners with a clear focus on SME and Lower Middle Market risks. Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with.