Senior Production Underwriting Specialist responsible for handling excess casualty underwriting. Collaborating with clients and internal teams at Great American Insurance Group with hybrid work options.
Responsibilities
Leads the evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business, ensuring alignment with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite
Develops and implements advanced risk assessment models to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms
Fosters strategic partnerships with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and provide guidance
Procures and analyzes supplementary reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to support underwriting decisions
Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations
Evaluates complex policy renewals and modifications, identifying opportunities for policy enhancements and risk mitigation
Communicates underwriting strategies and decisions effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers
Monitors and shares insights on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
Maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business
Monitors and evaluates underwriting practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree at minimum
A minimum of 10+ years of experience required
Must have Primary and/or Excess Casualty experience specific to E&S (excess and surplus lines) / Wholesale
10+ years of experience in Commercial lines required
Experience with Fortune 1,000 clients
Ability to travel to visit agents and brokers
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation
Familiarity with marketing strategies and tools is beneficial.
Benefits
medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one
PTO
paid holidays
commuter benefits
an employee stock purchase plan
education reimbursement
paid parental leave/adoption assistance
a 401(k) plan with company match
Job title
Senior Production Underwriting Specialist – Excess Casualty
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