Senior Underwriter - E&S Western States

PURE Insurance; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PURE Insurance in Scottsdale seeks a Senior Underwriter to profitably grow a book of business by partnering with agents and collaborating across the organization. You will plan and budget the book, maintain agency relationships, and execute underwriting decisions.

The role requires 5+ years in underwriting (preferably high-net-worth), strong communication, and broker licenses (P&C and E&S) preferred; licenses should be obtained within 45–60 days if needed.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in underwriting, ideally high-net-worth.
• Ability to own and manage a book of business.
• Direct, empathetic communication and relationship-building.
• Licenses preferred; obtain within 45–60 days if not held.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage your book of business, monitor performance.
• Build and manage broker relationships and set goals.
• Oversee new and renewal underwriting; select risks per guidelines.

Skills

Underwriting

Broker relationships

Data analysis

Communication

Book management

Education

P&C broker license

E&S broker license

Job description

About the Role

The Senior Underwriter is a key member of the underwriting team reporting to the Regional Underwriting Manager. The primary goal of this position is to profitably grow a book of business by actively partnering with agents and working effectively with colleagues throughout the organization. This person will plan and budget for the book of business, develop and maintain agency relationships, and execute underwriting decisions.

What You'll Do

• Business Management: Reviewing your book of business, tracking performance, and analyzing market conditions and competition.
• Broker Partnership: Building and managing broker relationships, developing goals and strategies, and collaborating to craft tailored solutions for members.
• Underwriting Execution: Oversee new and renewal underwriting, select risks per company guidelines, and ensure timely follow-up and closing of accounts.

What You'll Need

• At least five years of underwriting experience, preferably in the high‑net‑worth space, and ability to own a book of business.
• Direct, empathetic communication skills and a passion for building connections with people.
• Current P&C and E&S broker licenses preferred; must obtain within the first 45 and 60 days of hire respectively if not already possessed.
• Proficient at gathering and analyzing all data required to make a risk decision.
• Strong work ethic, pride, and determination.

Compensation

The base salary for this role can range from $75,000 to $95,000 based on a full‑time work schedule. Total compensation will vary depending on job‑related skills, experience, geographic location, market alignment, and equity among other team members with comparable experience.