E&S Underwriter

Selby Jennings; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote opportunity

Bonus potential

Autonomy

Established broker network

Career advancement potential

Job summary

Selby Jennings on behalf of a respected specialty insurance organization seeks an experienced Excess & Surplus Production Underwriter to join their growing team. This producer-minded underwriter will develop broker relationships, underwrite complex E&S risks, and build a profitable book within the E&S market.

Candidates should bring 5+ years of Commercial P&C underwriting, Excess Casualty experience, and a broker-driven mindset. CPCU/ASLI designations are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of Commercial P&C underwriting experience.
• Must have Excess Casualty underwriting experience.
• Experience in E&S underwriting preferred.
• Carrier, MGA or wholesale underwriting background is a plus.
• Strong production mindset and broker development experience.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and price new and renewal E&S Property & Casualty business.
• Develop and maintain relationships with wholesale brokers and producers.
• Analyze complex risks and determine pricing, coverage, terms, and conditions.
• Drive profitable new business production within an assigned territory.
• Manage and grow an existing book while maintaining underwriting profitability.
• Collaborate with underwriting, reinsurance, and support teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

Broker development

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Underwriting knowledge

Education

CPCU / ASLI (or similar designation)

Job description

Location: Remote (New Jersey)
Industry: Commercial P&C Insurance | Excess & Surplus (E&S) | Wholesale Distribution

I'm currently representing a highly respected specialty insurance organization seeking an experienced Excess & Surplus Production Underwriter to join their growing team.

This opportunity is ideal for a producer-minded underwriter who enjoys developing broker relationships, underwriting complex risks, and building a profitable book of business within the E&S marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Underwrite and price new and renewal E&S Property & Casualty business
• Develop and maintain relationships with wholesale brokers and producers
• Analyze complex risks and determine pricing, coverage, terms, and conditions
• Drive profitable new business production within an assigned territory
• Manage and grow an existing book while maintaining underwriting profitability
• Collaborate with underwriting, reinsurance, and support teams to deliver solutions

Desired Background:

• 5+ years of Commercial P&C underwriting experience
• Must have Excess Casualty underwriting experience
• E&S underwriting experience preferred
• Carrier, MGA, or wholesale underwriting background welcomed
• Strong production mindset and broker development experience
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• CPCU, ASLI, or similar designations are a plus

What's in It for You?

• Remote opportunity
• Competitive base salary + bonus potential
• Strong underwriting authority and autonomy
• Established broker network and opportunity for book growth
• Highly visible role with long-term career advancement potential