Senior Casualty Underwriter

Would you like to be a part of a team that delivers industry experience and creative solutions?

Avondale seeks goal-driven professionals ready to take their career to the next level.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Casualty Underwriter to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical role in evaluating and underwriting complex casualty risks, driving profitable growth, and contributing to the development of underwriting strategies. You will work closely with brokers, clients, and internal teams, leveraging your expertise to deliver tailored insurance solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, analyze, and underwrite complex casualty risks, including general liability, workers' compensation, and other related lines.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers and clients to drive business growth and retention.
• Assess risk exposure, pricing, and coverage terms to ensure profitability and compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and risk control teams to gather insights and make informed underwriting decisions.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with brokers and clients to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes to adapt underwriting strategies.
• Lead or contribute to the development of underwriting guidelines, best practices, and product enhancements.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior underwriters, fostering their professional development.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Targeted new business production goal of $8,000,000 annually

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Insurance, Business, Finance, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CPCU, ARM) are a plus.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in casualty underwriting, with a proven track record of managing complex accounts.
• In-depth knowledge of casualty insurance products, market dynamics, and underwriting principles.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate diverse risks and exposures.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in using underwriting systems and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Pre-existing relationships with wholesale insurance brokers
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

What We Offer:

• A competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic and growing organization.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development programs.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Established in 2006, Avondale Insurance Associates is an Excess and Surplus Lines Underwriting Management Company focused on small to mid-sized accounts across all property and general liability classes.

At Avondale, you will have the opportunity to build a long-term career with unlimited growth potential. Aim high, work hard and we'll help you achieve your goals. 

At Avondale, you will experience our caring work environment. We care about our employees, we care about our customers, and we care about the world around us.

At Avondale, you will achieve a work-life balance. We care about your physical and emotional well-being, so work-life balance is encouraged and practiced. We understand you have a life outside of work, and we want you to live it.

At Avondale, you will have access to a world-class Total Rewards package. We truly value our people, which shows in our compensation, benefits, and perks.

• In addition to competitive pay, we have designed a performance-based annual incentive program. All employees are eligible to earn a bonus by meeting performance objectives. 

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans and numerous supplemental benefit offerings.

• Flexible Paid time off annually

• Assistance with parking expenses, discount programs for area services/experiences, and financial support for professional development and licensure/designations

• Access to specialized leadership development programming designed to take your career to the next level.

• And so much more

Avondale, a Unison Risk Advisors company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic.