Underwriter, Financial Lines, Private Company, CA/Chicago/Houston

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About Everest:

Everest is a global leader in risk management rooted in a rich 50 year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk growth progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Overview:

Everest is seeking a skilled and motivated Underwriter to join our Financial Lines team focusing on Private Company this market-facing role you will be responsible for underwriting both new and renewal accounts while cultivating strong relationships with brokers and clients across the industry.

You will manage a portfolio of business with a focus on profitable growth ensuring alignment with Everests underwriting guidelines and service standards. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our continued success by delivering high-quality solutions in a timely and efficient manner.

Location:This role is available in ourCalifornia Chicago or Houstonoffices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the growth of a profitable and diversified portfolio including D&O EPL Fiduciary and Crime lines of business.
• Demonstrate a complete understanding of the companys underwriting authorities and guidelines.
• Solicit and analyze new business targets to align with the groups underwriting guidelines while maintaining portfolio profitability.
• Underwrite and execute renewals maintaining high quality service standards while being cost-effective.
• Develop and maintain positive business relationships with brokers and clients.
• Assist in the development of products and marketing materials.
• Interact and coordinate activities with other departments (in particular management claims actuary).
• Contribute to the regular analysis and review of underwriting practices and procedures.
• Provide assistance and support to other members of the underwriting team when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance Business Administration or a related field.
• 3 years of Financial Lines underwriting experience demonstrating subject matter expertise and strong industry contacts.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills along with the ability to underwrite financial stability.
• Knowledge of the current D&O insurance market and broker community.
• Strong negotiation oral and written communication skills along with interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain excellent broker relationships and provide high quality service.
• Ability to ensure compliance with all internal and external management and regulatory controls.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills to meet all service requirements in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

The base salary range for this position is $75000 - $95000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education experience qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage an employee wellness program life and disability insurance 401k match retirement savings plan paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

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What if I dont meet every requirement At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every element in the job description we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive fuel global economies and create sustainable value for our colleagues shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Clickhereto learn more about our culture.

• Our Valuesare the guiding principles that inform our decisions actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviorsdefine how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues and the global communities we serve.

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