Senior Underwriter

Selby Jennings; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking a Senior Commercial Underwriter to support business across the western United States. The role emphasizes evaluating and pricing risk, partnering with agency partners, and providing guidance within the underwriting team.

The ideal candidate has strong commercial lines experience, solid underwriting judgment, and the ability to balance growth objectives with disciplined risk selection.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of commercial lines underwriting experience.
• Ability to evaluate risk and develop pricing strategies.
• Comfortable working with agents and brokers to drive profitability.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of new and renewal commercial accounts.
• Analyze risk characteristics, coverage structures, loss history, and pricing considerations.
• Make thoughtful underwriting decisions while focusing on profitability.
• Build and strengthen relationships with agency partners in the territory.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Decision-making abilities

Excellent communication

Risk assessment

Education

CPCU/AU/ARM designation

Job description

A growing commercial insurance organization is seeking a Senior Commercial Underwriter to join its underwriting team supporting business across the western United States.

This position is well suited for an underwriter who enjoys evaluating and pricing business, working closely with agency partners, and having a meaningful voice in underwriting decisions. While this is not a management position, the role offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted resource to less experienced team members and play an important part in helping drive profitable growth within the region.

The team is looking for someone who brings strong commercial lines experience, sound underwriting judgment, and the ability to balance growth objectives with disciplined risk selection.

What You'll Be Doing

A growing commercial insurance organization is seeking a Senior Commercial Underwriter to join its underwriting team supporting business across the western United States.

This position is well suited for an underwriter who enjoys evaluating and pricing business, working closely with agency partners, and having a meaningful voice in underwriting decisions. While this is not a management position, the role offers the opportunity to serve as a trusted resource to less experienced team members and play an important part in helping drive profitable growth within the region.

The team is looking for someone who brings strong commercial lines experience, sound underwriting judgment, and the ability to balance growth objectives with disciplined risk selection.

What You'll Be Doing

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of new and renewal commercial accounts
• Analyze risk characteristics, coverage structures, loss history, and pricing considerations
• Make thoughtful underwriting decisions while maintaining a strong focus on profitability
• Build and strengthen relationships with agency partners throughout the territory
• Collaborate with underwriting, service, and leadership teams to support business objectives
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to colleagues when needed
• Stay informed on market trends, competitive conditions, and emerging risks

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience
• Experience with multiple lines of business, including a combination of Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto, and Workers Compensation
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to evaluate risk and develop appropriate pricing strategies
• Comfortable working directly with agents and brokers
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Professional designations such as CPCU, AU, ARM, or similar are a plus

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Established underwriting team with a collaborative culture
• Opportunity to take on additional responsibility without moving into formal management
• Exposure to a diverse mix of commercial business
• Competitive compensation package, including annual incentive opportunities
• Long-term growth potential within a stable and expanding organization