Remote VP & Senior Commercial Property Underwriter (E&S)

K2 Security Insurance; California; Remote; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

bonus plan

medical, dental, and vision insurance

generous paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Vikco Insurance Services, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of K2 Insurance Services, LLC, is seeking a VP/Senior Commercial Property Underwriter (E&S) for a full-time remote role. The candidate will evaluate, price, and structure complex commercial property risks within the Excess & Surplus market and mentor junior staff.

Ideal candidates have deep expertise in layered/shared programs, non-cat and cat-exposed properties, and prior MGU or surplus lines carrier experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, risk management, insurance, or a related field.
• Prefer 5 years of relevant insurance experience, preferably supporting Excess & Surplus lines commercial property underwriting, rating, policy issuance, or related operations.

Responsibilities

• Review underwriting submissions for completeness and accuracy, summarize exposure and risk information, and organize documentation.
• Analyze underwriting data, including exposure information, financial data, loss history, and other risk indicators, to support risk selection and pricing decisions.
• Conduct and document internet and public-record research to identify risk characteristics or issues affecting risk acceptability.
• Calculate rating bases accurately from verified exposure and financial data per underwriting guidelines.
• Enter verified exposure and rating data into the rating system, validate premiums, and escalate discrepancies for review.
• Rate complex accounts using approved rating methodologies, guidelines, and exposure data.
• Prepare and distribute binders to producers in accordance with terms and service standards.
• Issue accurate policies and endorsements, verify terms, and distribute documents timely.
• Maintain complete files for pending/closed/bound policies per procedures and retention rules.
• Maintain proficiency in systems and processes used by the department.
• Support special projects by gathering/validating information and delivering within deadlines.
• Develop and maintain relationships with producers through clear communication and prompt responses.
• Participate in team meetings/trainings and complete follow-up actions.

Skills

MS 365

Analytical skills

Communication

Prioritization

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

5 years insurance experience

Job description

Vikco Insurance Services, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of K2 Insurance Services, LLC, is seeking a VP/Senior Commercial Property Underwriter (E&S) for a full-time remote role. The candidate will evaluate, price, and structure complex commercial property risks within the Excess & Surplus market and mentor junior staff.

Ideal candidates have deep expertise in layered/shared programs, non-cat and cat-exposed properties, and prior MGU or surplus lines carrier experience.