Excess & Surplus - Underwriter

About the role

The Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Insurance Company is seeking an experienced excess and surplus lines underwriter for an immediate opening in Missouri. This position requires residency within the territory or near their headquarters in Fairfield, OH.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, underwrite, and price new and renewal surplus lines commercial property and casualty business.
• Determine individual risk acceptability, pricing, coverage, terms and conditions.
• Develop, analyze, and evaluate information and exposures for complex risks.
• Achieve production and loss ratio goals within assigned regional territory.
• Determine need for and secure appropriate reinsurance on individual accounts.
• Mentor and train underwriters and underwriting assistants.
• Develop successful business relationships with producers and reinsurers.
• Research new products and coverage forms.
• Travel within assigned territory, which may include some overnight stays.

Requirements

• Property and casualty underwriting experience.
• Proficient use of Microsoft® Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong decision-making, analytical, and negotiating abilities.
• Desire to build relationships and listen effectively.
• Skilled use of verbal communication to explain, negotiate, and present information.
• Valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or extensive relevant excess and surplus lines underwriting experience.
• 5+ years of experience working with commercial lines property and casualty products.
• Prior excess and surplus casualty underwriting experience with a carrier, broker, or MGA.
• ASLI or CPCU designations preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work independently with a high level of authority and judgment.
• Knowledge of insurance products and regulations.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.
• Training provided in Cincinnati, OH, prior to deployment to regional territory.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $75,000 - $140,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

Work independently with a high level of authority and judgment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.