UnderwriterSr. Underwriter, Public D&O

Allied World is looking for an experienced Public Directors & Officers underwriter to join our team inourHouston office. Responsible for underwriting a complex book of business employing the methods necessary to meet projected profitability GWP and expense goals management and growth of the overall portfolio of business implementing proper underwriting discipline/guidelines marketing and servicing of existing and potential clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

Compliance with underwriting guidelines systems and procedures

General underwriting functions including underwriting submission review pricing analysis setting of terms and conditions and quote/binder/invoice authorizations

Seek input from Actuarial Department to set process specific accounts when appropriate

Liaise with Claims Department on any specific claims activity and overall market claims concerns which could potentially affect profitability

Consistent with Internal Audit department procedures achieve compliance with all underwriting and administrative guidelines

Marketing attend client/broker meetings lunches dinners and other social outings as applicable. Meet with key brokers regularly to discuss production service and other topics related to division operations

Follow treaty and facultative reinsurance protocols as required

Stay current with respect to major industry issues and developments

Provide specific reports as needed by senior staff

Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience

4-year college degree required

2- 5years underwriting experience preferred

Solid writing and communication Skills

Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced high-pressure environment

Willingness to travel

Must be able to think originally be willing to challenge ideas and be receptive to having their own ideas challenged

Allied World

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings Ltd through its subsidiaries is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since are a subsidiary ofFairfax FinancialHoldings Limited and benefit from a strong capital base and a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways.

Our generous benefits package includes Health Dental and Disability Insurance a company match 401k plan and Group Term Life World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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