Commercial Lines Underwriting Specialist

2 weeks ago


Scottsdale, Arizona, United States AmTrust Financial Full time
Position Overview

The Underwriter plays a crucial role in managing the underwriting and servicing of renewal accounts for assigned brokers and producers, ensuring adherence to company standards in underwriting, authority, and pricing. This role is based in a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence on select days.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct research to identify and develop new business classes as directed, analyzing market trends and competitive landscapes.
2. Evaluate individual risks with assigned brokers, making informed decisions to accept or decline business based on comprehensive data analysis.
3. Utilize advanced technical expertise to assess loss exposures, establish appropriate premium charges, and determine necessary endorsements and exclusions for insurance contracts.
4. Strive to meet production and loss ratio targets through effective management and collaboration with agents and brokers.
5. Address complex issues related to coverage, terms, and conditions, continually reviewing premium and loss results by state and major business classes.
6. Oversee policy maintenance and mid-term requests, conducting audits as necessary.
7. Review endorsement requests and authorize policy changes, ensuring compliance with loss control recommendations.
8. Engage in travel to broker offices for training and marketing initiatives, fostering strong client relationships.

Qualifications

Required:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial lines property and casualty.
• Proven expertise in Excess Casualty coverage, risk selection, and pricing methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed risk decisions.
• Capacity to contribute to both tactical and strategic planning efforts.
• Excellent collaboration skills across diverse teams.

Preferred:
• CPCU, AIS, or CIC designation is advantageous, or equivalent education and experience.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services provides a competitive compensation package along with exceptional career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Plans
• Life Insurance for eligible family members
• Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• 401k Savings Plans
• Paid Time Off

At AmTrust, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee's thoughts and ideas are valued. We believe that embracing diverse backgrounds and perspectives is essential to our success as a company.

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