Senior Excess & Surplus Underwriter – Growth, Bonus & Stock

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies in Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Excess & Surplus Lines Underwriter to join our team. The role focuses on underwriting surplus lines, pricing, and working with producers and underwriting assistants to manage complex risks in the Pittsburgh area.

Ideal candidates have property and casualty underwriting experience, 5+ years in the field, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or extensive underwriting experience in excess and surplus lines.
• 5+ years of experience with commercial lines property and casualty products.
• ASLI or CPCU designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solicit, underwrite and price new and renewal surplus lines commercial property and casualty business.
• Determine risk acceptability, pricing, coverage, terms and conditions.
• Develop, analyze and evaluate information and exposures for complex risks.
• Achieve production and loss ratio goals within the regional territory.
• Work independently with authority and judgment.
• Determine need for and secure appropriate reinsurance on accounts.
• Mentor and train underwriters and assistants.
• Develop relationships with producers and reinsurers.
• Research new products and coverage forms.
• Travel within territory; some overnight stays may be required.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Negotiation

Analytical abilities

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or extensive underwriting experience

ASLI or CPCU designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies in Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Excess & Surplus Lines Underwriter to join our team. The role focuses on underwriting surplus lines, pricing, and working with producers and underwriting assistants to manage complex risks in the Pittsburgh area.

Ideal candidates have property and casualty underwriting experience, 5+ years in the field, and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.