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. The ideal candidate must reside within the territory or be in proximity to the company's 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 preferred
- ASLI or CPCU designations preferred
Skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently with a high level of authority and judgment
- Knowledge of insurance products and regulations
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Benefits
- Annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance
- Training provided in Cincinnati, OH, prior to deployment to regional territory
- Outstanding service and strong relationships with independent agents
- Various benefits and amenities to enhance your talents
Pay and Schedule
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.
Location
Be prepared to work in partnership with producers and an assigned underwriting assistant, travel within assigned territory, and work independently with a high level of authority and judgment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law.