Senior Excess Casualty Underwriter & AEO

Travelers; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement plan matching 401(k)

Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Volunteer encouragement

Job summary

Travelers is seeking a Sr. Excess Casualty Underwriter, Account Executive Officer, with deep expertise in commercial lines to manage profitability and growth of a book of business.

The role involves direct relationships with agents/brokers, technical risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration to drive results. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, 6–8 years of underwriting experience, and CPCU designation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to successfully negotiate with agents and brokers.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships to drive sales and underwriting results.
• Ability to assess risk, identify issues, and make timely, business-minded decisions.

Responsibilities

• Manage profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business.
• Underwrite and negotiate complex accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
• Develop and execute agency sales plans with MD collaboration.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPCU designation

Job description

Travelers is seeking a Sr. Excess Casualty Underwriter, Account Executive Officer, with deep expertise in commercial lines to manage profitability and growth of a book of business.

The role involves direct relationships with agents/brokers, technical risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration to drive results. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, 6–8 years of underwriting experience, and CPCU designation.