Commercial E&S Underwriter

Southern General Agency Inc.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance agency in Missouri is in search of a Commercial E&S Underwriter to evaluate and manage complex commercial property and casualty risks. The ideal candidate will possess strong underwriting judgment and relationship-building skills, partnering with agents to provide innovative solutions. The role also emphasizes proactive management of a profitable book of business while delivering excellent service. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing to drive business success.

Qualifications

• Strong underwriting judgment necessary.
• Excellent relationship-building skills required.
• Ability to navigate unique risks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a profitable E&S book of business.
• Build lasting relationships with retail agents and brokers.
• Make decisions and find solutions for complex risks.
• Leverage established carrier partnerships and market access to help your agents place challenging risks and win new business.

Skills

Underwriting judgment

Relationship-building skills

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Southern General Agency, Inc. (SGA) is seeking a Commercial E&S Underwriter to evaluate, price, and manage complex commercial property and casualty risks within the Excess & Surplus (E&S) marketplace. This role partners closely with retail agents and brokers to develop creative coverage solutions for risks that fall outside standard markets while maintaining strong underwriting discipline.

The underwriter will play a key role in developing and managing a profitable book of business, building strong industry relationships, and identifying new opportunities for growth. The ideal candidate brings sound underwriting judgement, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate unique or hard-to-place risks while delivering responsive service to partners.

At SGA, You Will

At SGA, You Will:

• Play an active role in developing and managing a profitable E&S book of business while building lasting relationships with retail agents and brokers.
• Be empowered to make decisions, think creatively, and find solutions for complex risks without unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Work alongside experienced professionals who value knowledge-sharing, teamwork, and supporting each other's success.
• Leverage established carrier partnerships and market access to help your agents place challenging risks and win new business.