Senior Underwriting Analyst

Old Republic Alternative Markets; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Republic is seeking a Senior Underwriting Analyst to support its Excess Casualty underwriting team. The role focuses on analytical, operational, and administrative support, evaluating new and renewal opportunities, and maintaining underwriting data accuracy.

The ideal candidate will analyze exposure data and assist with pricing indications, portfolio reports, and cross-functional collaboration with brokers, claims, and operations. Hybrid schedule in Yardley, PA or remote.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience.
• 5-7 years of casualty insurance experience with underwriting support, account analysis, policy review, or broker interaction.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 tools and collaboration platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication for underwriters, brokers, and management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.
• Strong analytical thinking, data interpretation, and reporting skills.
• Ownership, accountability, and time management in deliverables.
• Teamwork, problem-solving, and customer service orientation across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters with evaluation of new and renewal Excess Casualty submissions.
• Review primary and excess/umbrella policies for completeness and consistency.
• Prepare account summaries, loss analyses, and underwriting presentations.
• Gather and analyze exposure, financial, and loss data to support decisions.
• Support pricing indications using underwriting tools and models.
• Prepare risk and portfolio reports for underwriters and management.
• Generate ad hoc reports for business planning and strategy.
• Monitor data quality and ensure SharePoint/Guidewire accuracy.
• Assist with internal audits, compliance reviews, and performance reporting.
• Serve as a primary contact for brokers and internal clients on submissions.
• Coordinate with brokers, underwriters, claims, and operations teams for timely processing.
• Maintain underwriting files and documentation per guidelines.
• Support policy issuance, binding, and endorsements.
• Participate in underwriting projects and system enhancements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and company procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Collaboration

Problem solving

Multitasking

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SharePoint

Guidewire

Power BI

Job description

Location/Schedule: Hybrid (Yardley, PA) OR Remote

Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

Who We Are:

Old Republic is a leading specialty insurer that operates diverse property & casualty and title insurance companies. Founded in 1923 and a member of the Fortune 500, we are a leader in underwriting and risk management services for business partners across the United States and Canada. Our specialized operating companies are experts in their fields, enabling us to provide tailored solutions that set us apart.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Underwriting Analyst to support our Excess Casualty underwriting team. This role plays a critical part in the underwriting process by providing analytical, operational, and administrative support to underwriters managing complex casualty risks. The successful candidate will help evaluate new and renewal business opportunities, maintain the integrity of underwriting data, conduct portfolio analyses, and deliver exceptional service to brokers and internal stakeholders.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist underwriters with the evaluation of new and renewal Excess Casualty submissions.
• Review primary and excess/umbrella policies for completeness, identifying missing or inconsistent information.
• Prepare account summaries, loss analysis reports, and underwriting presentations.
• Gather and analyze exposure data, financial information, and loss data to support underwriting decisions.
• Support pricing indications through the use of underwriting tools and models.
• Prepare risk and portfolio reports for underwriters and management.
• Generate ad hoc reports to support business planning and underwriting strategy.
• Monitor data quality and ensure underwriting systems, including SharePoint and Guidewire, are accurately maintained.
• Assist with compiling information for internal audits, compliance reviews, and performance reporting.
• Serve as a point of contact for brokers and internal clients regarding submission requirements, account servicing, and underwriting documentation.
• Coordinate with brokers, underwriters, claims, and operations teams to facilitate timely business processing.
• Maintain underwriting files and documentation in accordance with company guidelines.
• Support policy issuance, binding, and endorsement processes.
• Participate in underwriting projects, process improvements, and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience.
• 5-7 years of casualty insurance experience, preferably in a role that required underwriting support, account analysis, policy review, or broker/client interaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools, including the ability to work effectively with documents, spreadsheets, presentations, email, and collaboration platforms.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally to underwriters, brokers, internal partners, and management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines, responding to shifting business needs, and maintaining accuracy.
• Strong analytical thinking, data interpretation, and reporting skills, including the ability to review complex information and identify trends, inconsistencies, and key underwriting considerations.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, attention to detail, and time management skills, with a commitment to producing complete, accurate, and timely work.
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, teamwork, and customer service orientation, with the ability to build effective working relationships across underwriting, claims, operations, and broker partners.

Preferred

• Knowledge of SharePoint and Power BI
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance considerations affecting commercial casualty insurance.
• Familiarity with underwriting principles, policy structures, coverage forms, and rating methodologies within the Excess Casualty market.

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