Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty

2 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced underwriter to join our team at Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd. As a Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty, you will be responsible for underwriting complex risks and managing a portfolio of business to meet projected profitability and expense goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement underwriting strategies to meet business objectives
  • Review and analyze underwriting submissions, slips, and contracts to identify potential risks and opportunities
  • Price and analyze coverage, structure, and exposures to ensure alignment with corporate profitability targets
  • Set terms and conditions for selected risks, exercising proper underwriting discipline and pricing
  • Negotiate with brokers and clients to secure new and renewal business
  • Supervise underwriting assistants and associate underwriters to ensure accurate and timely information input
  • Conduct pre-quote and mid-term underwriting audits as needed
  • Review portfolio performance against original projections on a quarterly basis
Requirements
  • University degree
  • Professional designation such as CPCU, ACII, or similar preferred
  • 10-15 years underwriting experience
  • Established relationships with brokers, markets, and companies
  • Successful track record in developing and maintaining reinsurance placements
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Compensation

The annualized base pay range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000. The actual base pay may be above or below this range, determined by factors such as complexity, location, and scope of the role, as well as experience, skills, education, and other conditions of employment.

Our comprehensive total reward package includes annual incentive compensation rewards, health, dental, and disability insurance, a company match 401(k) plan, and group term life insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.



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