Executive Underwriter- Excess Umbrella
Sherman Oaks, California
One of the leading providers of excess and specialty insurance is actively seeking an executive-level underwriter to take over an established book of Umbrella business. This is a tremendous opportunity for a person to become part of a recognized leader in the industry and make a solid impact on the organization as a whole.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain exceptional levels of job knowledge and knowledge of market conditions and advise management of how these impact our products and operations
- Service casualty risks with a heavy focus on umbrella coverages
- Determine and recommend acceptable pricing and terms within limits of written underwriting authority
- Bind coverage and oversee timely issuance of policies
- Monitor claims and loss experience
- Maintain relationships with existing producers and develop same with new producers
- Conduct broker negotiations and presentation during marketing calls
- Assist in special reports and projects
- Maintain an awareness of industry trends and issues
- Various other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- College degree or equivalent business experience
- 10-15+ years Casualty underwriting experience,
- Prior experience in Excess Umbrella underwriting
- Strong math aptitude
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Team oriented attitude and approach
- Ability to make decisions and demonstrate initiative
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel and Word)
- Good negotiation skills
JOB OVERVIEW
Employer:
Location:
Sherman Oaks, California