Primary Casualty Underwriter - multiple locations

ABOUT THE ROLE

Multiple locations: Hartford, CT 06101; Jersey City, NJ 07030

Founded 4 decades ago and currently one of the largest privately held property & casualty AM Best “A” rated carriers in the United States. Focused on profitable growth through superior underwriting as well as providing an exceptional work culture for their ever-expanding team of highly talented staff,.  Our client currently seeks forward thinking Primary Casualty Underwriters of varying experience in Scottsdale and Chicago to join their organization.

The Primary Casualty Underwriter is responsible for developing, managing and maintaining a profitable book of excess casualty business.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Meeting and working with wholesale agents & brokers to ensure high-quality submission opportunities.

Evaluating appropriate pricing and coverage terms.

Monitoring the performance of new business underwritten.

Monitoring the performance of in force business to determine what underwriting actions are most appropriate with respect to renewal, pricing, non-renewal or changes in coverage terms.

Monitoring and meeting production, marketing and profitability goals.

Keeping informed of industry, competitor and claim trends that may impact the relative and absolute attractiveness of risks being underwritten.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Depending on level of position, 4 to 9 or 10+ years of commercial casualty underwriting experience, combined with sound knowledge of commercial casualty underwriting coverages.

Demonstrated ability to analyze data and make well informed, calculated risk decisions.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.