Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty — Wholesale Growth

Ascot Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Ascot Group, a leading specialty risk underwriter in the United States, seeks a Senior Underwriter for E&S Casualty with wholesale broker relationships. You will underwrite complex risks, negotiate terms, and operate within delegated authority to grow a profitable book.

Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and manage broker partnerships while supporting cross-product solutions. Travel 10-15% to engage clients and market Ascot’s products in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of underwriting experience in the P&C insurance industry experience, 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%.
• This position may be filled at a different level, depending on experience.

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.

Skills

Underwriting

P&C insurance

General Liability knowledge

Excess Liability knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ascot Group, a leading specialty risk underwriter in the United States, seeks a Senior Underwriter for E&S Casualty with wholesale broker relationships. You will underwrite complex risks, negotiate terms, and operate within delegated authority to grow a profitable book.

Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and manage broker partnerships while supporting cross-product solutions. Travel 10-15% to engage clients and market Ascot’s products in a fast-paced environment.