Underwriter, E&S Casualty

Ascot Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Contributory Savings Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Ascot Group, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty. The role involves underwriting complex risks, managing broker relationships, and ensuring profitable risk strategies. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of four years of underwriting experience in the P&C insurance sector.

Successful applicants will show strong analytical, communication, and collaborative skills, working in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive benefits package and may include a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of underwriting experience in P&C insurance industry.
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Grow and maintain a profitable book of business through risk underwriting.
• Negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with brokers to market Ascot’s products.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Knowledge of insurance products

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced growth-oriented Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty with wholesale broker relationships and knowledge of E&S Casualty risks. The Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty, will have frequent interaction with wholesale brokers in providing coverage for new and renewal businesses based on the customers’ needs. You will work with internal and external business partners to find insurance solutions for risks. The ideal candidate will work in a team environment, demonstrate a strong customer focus that will over time reinforce E&S Casualty’s appetite and strategy. The ideal candidate will possess strong decision‑making skills, be detail‑oriented, and be able to build & sustain relationships, results‑driven and have a track record of working in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Grow and maintain a profitable book of business through execution of individual risk underwriting and adherence to the strategic plan of the unit.
• Underwrite and negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
• Work independently within delegated underwriting authority and make referrals as required.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with peers, leaders and internal partners across functional areas to identify cross‑selling opportunities, assist in product development and operational excellence.
• Foster and maintain external relationships with wholesale brokers in an effort to market and sell Ascot’s products.
• Provide superior service to brokers and clients and create visibility through consistent engagement with trading partners.
• Work independently within delegated underwriting authority and make referrals as required.
• Stay current on competition, underwriting environment, market conditions and share that knowledge with colleagues and leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Commit to The Ascot Way: Embody The Ascot Way in their daily interaction with colleagues, fostering colleague engagement and development, collaboration, inclusivity, and individual accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of underwriting experience in the P&C insurance industry, with General Liability and Excess Liability preferred.
• Deep knowledge of insurance products, insurance regulations and the insurance industry.
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational, desk management and prioritization skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be positive, self‑motivated, and possess strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Possess strong technical, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers.
• Solution oriented team player with a strong relationship management skill set working with both internal and external stakeholders and customers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• ASLI, CPCU, ARM or other relevant professional designation preferred, but not required.
• Ability to travel 10‑15%.

Company Benefits

The company provides a competitive benefits package that includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, AD&D, Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program), and more.

Leave Benefits: Paid holidays, annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short‑term Disability, Long‑term Disability, Other leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, Adoption, Maternity, Military, Primary & Non-Primary Caregiver) Retirement Benefits: Contributory Savings Plan (401k).

The position may be filled at a different level, depending on experience.

Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to experience, subject matter expertise, and skills. The base pay is just one component of Ascot’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual cash bonus and other forms of discretionary compensation awarded by the Company.

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