Executive Underwriter Primary ES Casualty

Genesis Resources; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Resources is seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter specialized in Primary E&S Casualty to join our Chicago team. The role centers on underwriting commercial policies for general liability and construction risks within the wholesale broker markets.

You will lead underwriting efforts, assess complex submissions, build broker relationships, mentor junior underwriters, and collaborate with claims and actuarial teams to align risk appetite with portfolio performance.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Primary E&S Casualty underwriting with construction and GL experience.
• Experience with wholesale broker markets and non-admitted products.
• Strong analytical skills and sound underwriting decisions.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting in Primary E&S Casualty, focusing on non-admitted markets.
• Assess risks in construction and general liability exposures.
• Develop and maintain broker relationships in wholesale markets.
• Analyze complex submissions to determine risk placement and pricing.
• Mentor junior underwriters and support team growth.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulatory developments.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Risk assessment

Broker relationships

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter specialized in Primary Excess & Surplus (E&S) Casualty lines to join a dynamic team. This role focuses on underwriting commercial insurance policies primarily for general liability and construction risks within the wholesale broker markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead underwriting efforts in the Primary E&S Casualty space, focusing on non-admitted markets.
• Assess and evaluate risks within the designated territory, providing expertise in construction and general liability exposures.
• Develop and maintain strong broker relationships in the wholesale insurance markets.
• Analyze complex underwriting submissions to determine appropriate risk placement and pricing strategies.
• Collaborate closely with underwriting, claims, and actuarial teams to ensure alignment on risk appetite and portfolio performance.
• Mentor junior underwriters and contribute to team development and growth.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging risks.

Qualifications:

• Proven expertise in Primary E&S Casualty underwriting, with a strong background in construction and general liability.
• In-depth knowledge of wholesale broker markets and non-admitted insurance products.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Leadership experience preferred.