Underwriter, Excess Liability

4 days ago


Farmington Hills, United States Atain Insurance Companies Full time

About Us:

Atain is an admitted and non-admitted property and casualty insurance company dedicated to serving niche programs and excess & surplus (E&S) markets. Licensed in 50 states, Atain underwrites numerous lines of business including professional liability, general liability, and commercial multi-peril risks. This structure provides maximum flexibility in responding to business opportunities as they arise. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and innovative products to our clients. As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Senior Underwriter, Primary Liability.


Role Overview:

As an Underwriter, Excess Liability, you will play a critical role in driving the growth and profitability of our Excess Liability line of business. You will be responsible for all aspects of portfolio management, including solicitation or submissions, underwriting analysis preparing and issuing indications/quotations/binders and marketing for our Excess liability products to an exclusive wholesale broker. The role also requires the ability to build and maintain strong relationships, and underwriting risks in accordance with company guidelines and standards.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote our Excess Liability products to an exclusive wholesale broker.
  • Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including brokers, agents, and internal teams, to drive business growth and retention.
  • Evaluate and underwrite Excess Liability risks, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Analyze and interpret data to determine risks and potential exposures.
  • Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging risks to identify opportunities for product enhancement and innovation.
  • Collaborate with the underwriting team to assess and price risks effectively while maintaining profitability targets.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and delivering timely underwriting decisions.



Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of experience in the Excess & Surplus Lines Insurance Industry
  • Knowledge of insurance principles, underwriting practices, and industry regulations.
  • Proven track record of building and managing relationships with brokers and/or agents.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders.
  • Ability to travel: 10-15%
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Products: Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook



About our Company:

A premier national provider of property and casualty insurance, Atain is an A.M. Best “A” rated insurance company. Atain provides excess and surplus business through wholesale brokers on a nationwide basis. We invite you to consider joining our winning team



Equal Opportunity Employer

The H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.



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