Executive Underwriter

2 weeks ago


New York, NY, United States AmTrust Financial Full time
Executive Underwriter Job Locations US Requisition ID JR1003630 Category Underwriting Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview

AmTrust Financial is looking for an Executive Underwriter for our Northeast Territory within our Middle Market division.

The Executive Underwriter administers the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal accounts for assigned middle market agents and producers in compliance with Company underwriting, authority, and pricing standards.

Those within 50 miles of an AmTrust office will be expected to abide by a hybrid schedule.

The expected salary range for this role is $120,500 - 165,000.

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

Responsibilities
  • Write and retain a profitable book of business through solid risk analysis, pricing, marketing, and servicing. Maintain compliance with state filings and adhere to corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines. Operate within written authority grant and make referrals to Middle Market and Home Office Underwriting as required.
  • Collaborate closely with members of the Middle Market team. Communicate with the team on marketplace, technical, and relationship trends and knowledge.
  • In collaboration with distribution partners, develop and implement a marketing and pipelining plan for key agents in the geographic area and share accountability in meeting financial goals.
  • Coach agents on underwriting appetite and protocols in conjunction with corporate training guidelines.
  • Actively participate in industry events as required such as, but not limited to, agency or association conventions.
  • Provide professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross-departmental staff to successfully write/retain business and handle inquiries from policyholders and agents.
  • Provide pertinent information and guidance to support staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of commercial lines property and casualty experience
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Strong negotiation skills and marketing experience
  • Demonstrated experience with and expert technical knowledge of middle market organizations
  • Technical command of underwriting of liability, property, automobile, and umbrella exposures of middle market organizations
  • Ability to interpret and analyze information to make an informed risk selections and pricing decisions
  • Respect for confidential information
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Enjoyment of being part of a team of like-minded insurance professionals
  • Ability to travel within the assigned territory and to the Home Office as required
  • CPCU or CIC designation preferred

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.

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