Senior E&S Underwriter: Complex Risks & Binding Authority

Egroup Us; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dellwood is seeking an experienced Contract Binding E&S Senior Underwriter in Scottsdale, AZ to underwrite, price, and bind complex General Liability, Property, and Excess risks under delegated binding authority.

The role requires strong technical underwriting judgment, comfort with non-standard E&S exposures, and the ability to operate independently within defined authority. Bachelor’s degree and professional designations are preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of E&S underwriting experience across GL, Property, and/or Excess.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, quote, bind, endorse, and renew GL, Property, and Excess accounts within delegated authority
• Evaluate complex E&S risks including higher-hazard operations and CAT-exposed property
• Analyze loss history, valuations, exposure data, and coverage adequacy
• Structure coverage terms, limits, deductibles, and pricing to meet portfolio and profitability goals
• Negotiate terms and coverage with managing general agents
• Issue accurate policy documentation and endorsements in a timely manner
• Ensure compliance with binding authority agreements, carrier guidelines, and surplus lines regulations
• Participate in audits, reviews, and reporting related to binding authority performance

Skills

7+ years E&S underwriting

Delegated binding authority

Non-admitted markets & E&S

Underwrite complex risks independently

Analytical, organizational & comms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance

CPCU/AU/ASLI/RPLU designation

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Dellwood is seeking an experienced Contract Binding E&S Senior Underwriter in Scottsdale, AZ to underwrite, price, and bind complex General Liability, Property, and Excess risks under delegated binding authority.

The role requires strong technical underwriting judgment, comfort with non-standard E&S exposures, and the ability to operate independently within defined authority. Bachelor’s degree and professional designations are preferred.