Senior Binding Underwriter

Job Description

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter (E&S)

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter (E&S) to join a dynamic and growing team. This is a senior-level production role that offers the opportunity to build and scale a significant book of business while mentoring junior staff and driving higher-level production within the office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial lines underwriting particularly in the Excess & Surplus (E&S) market and a proven ability to manage complex risks. This role provides access to deep E&S markets strong carrier relationships and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Compensation Package

• Base Salary Range: $115000 $150000
• Bonus: Sales incentive bonus plan
• Benefits:
  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid vacation sick time and holidays
  • Continuing education and professional designations
  • Wellness program
• Work Environment: Hybrid and flexible
• Travel: Minimal to moderate (agency relationship development)

Responsibilities

• Build maintain and grow a personal book of business.
• Serve as the lead contact for agency partners and key relationships.
• Underwrite rate quote and bind complex new and renewal business.
• Execute marketing strategies to drive production and retention.
• Submit and manage underwriting referrals to brokerage facilities and leadership.
• Track and manage key performance metrics including hit ratio retention growth and loss ratio.
• Lead train and mentor assistant and associate underwriters.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Licenses/Designations:
  • Property & Casualty (P&C) license preferred.
  • CPCU CIC or similar professional designations preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience.
  • Strong preference for candidates with E&S experience.
• Lines of Business:
  • Expertise in commercial lines particularly complex middle-market and E&S risks.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in standard agency management systems.
• Personal Attributes:
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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