Senior Underwriter, Primary Casualty

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States AmTrust Financial Full time
Job Summary:

As a Senior Underwriter at AmTrust Financial Services, you will be responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of hard-to-place liability risks. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of E&S underwriting experience, with a focus on complex risks such as construction, products liability, and hospitality. You will work closely with brokers to develop new business opportunities and manage existing relationships. Your expertise in risk analysis, pricing, and coverage evaluation will be essential in maintaining a profitable portfolio of non-admitted primary and excess liability risks.

Key Responsibilities:

* Develop and maintain a solid flow of new business opportunities through broker development and management
* Analyze exposures, claims experience, and pricing tools to develop risk pricing for new accounts
* Consistently achieve budgeted financial results, including premium, loss ratio, retention, commissions, and expense management
* Identify and take corrective action on individual risk characteristics through broker reviews, large loss analysis, and risk control
* Ensure compliance with underwriting strategies and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

* Minimum of 7 years of liability underwriting experience, with a focus on high-hazard, complex risks or E&S underwriting experience
* BA/BS degree or equivalent in experience
* CPCU or other related insurance designations preferred
* Strong knowledge of commercial excess and surplus lines risk, classification, pricing, and coverage options

What We Offer:

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include medical and dental plans, life insurance, health care flexible spending, dependent care, 401k savings plans, and paid time off. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected.

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