Excess & Surplus - Underwriter, Western Territory

About the role

Our Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters Insurance Company is seeking an experienced excess and surplus lines underwriter for Idaho. The ideal candidate must reside within the territory or be in proximity to our Gilbert, AZ Headquarters.

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 is preferred.
• ASLI or CPCU designations preferred.

Skills

• Ability to develop positive working relationships with team members and agents.
• Desire to build relationships and listen effectively.
• Effective verbal communication skills.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your well-being and satisfaction. This includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Learn more about our benefits and amenities packages.

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. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.

Schedule

The schedule for this position may involve some overnight stays due to travel requirements.