Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty
About the role
We are seeking a candidate who is looking for a growth opportunity in the E&S marketplace. The ideal candidate will have strong in-person marketing skills, experience in Construction, Real Estate, or Manufacturing underwriting, and established relationships within the E&S market (open to primary retail backgrounds as well). This is a hybrid position available in LA, San Francisco, Denver, or Scottsdale (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).
Responsibilities
- Underwrite technical risks across diverse industries and multiple product lines, including Primary, Umbrella, and Excess, in accordance with Arch Insurance standards and sound underwriting practices.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with wholesale brokers, policyholders, and industry groups, including through travel and client entertainment.
- Represent Arch in the regional marketplace by participating in industry events and initiatives to promote the brand and enhance the Business Unit's reputation.
- Operate independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment, focused on building a profitable book of business.
- Travel regularly to broker locations to strengthen producer relationships and drive business growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 to 5 years of P&C production underwriting experience, with existing relationships in the wholesale E&S or retail primary marketplace.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Proven customer service focus with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Pay
Base salary range: $85,000 - $130,000/year. Position is incentive eligible. Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) will take into account factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plans plus dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Competitive 401k with generous matching.
- Paid time off beginning at 20 days per year.
- Up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer.
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability.
- Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks.
- Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement.
- Backup Child and Elder Care.