Excess & Surplus - Underwriter

About the role

The Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Insurance Company is seeking an experienced excess and surplus lines underwriter for their Georgia territory. This position requires residency within the territory or proximity to the company's headquarters in Fairfield, OH. The pay range for this role is $75,000 - $140,000 annually, with the final salary determined by education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with producers and an assigned underwriting assistant to 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 the 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.
• An understanding of when to use verbal or written communication.
• A 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 (preferred).
• ASLI or CPCU designations (preferred).

Skills

• Ability to work independently with a high level of authority and judgment.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members and agents.

Benefits

• Outstanding service and strong relationships with independent agents.
• Lifelong learning approach through training and development programs.
• A variety of benefits and amenities to enhance your well-being and satisfaction.

Benefits and Amenities

• Enhanced career growth and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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