Underwriter, North American Environmental Division

UAN Allied World National Assurance Company; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Group term life insurance

Job summary

Allied World seeks an Environmental Underwriter to support and grow a book of business in a profitable, disciplined manner. The role focuses on underwriting, pricing, and developing broker relationships to advance our environmental portfolio.

You will evaluate submissions, negotiate terms, and collaborate with claims, finance, IT and legal teams to maintain profitability while expanding client relationships. This position requires 1–3 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree required.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to establish relationships with brokers/markets/companies.
• Develop track record of producing and maintaining reinsurance accounts.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quantitative skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Ability and willingness to work outside normal office hours and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the business plan for the development of an Environmental portfolio.
• Prioritize and evaluate submissions to identify accounts with greatest profitability.
• Evaluate terms and structures to meet profitability targets.
• Price and analyze coverage, structure and exposures.
• Develop Broker Distribution platform.
• Authorize quotes/binders/invoices as appropriate.
• Attend client/broker meetings and related events.
• Negotiate with brokers and clients for new and renewal business.
• Ensure proper underwriting pricing and discipline to meet profitability goals.
• Expand existing portfolio by developing relationships and new clients.
• Monitor cash-flow of bound contracts throughout the period.
• Liaise with brokers, internal auditors and Claims, Accounting, IT and Legal teams.
• Cross-sell Allied World products.
• Attend industry conferences and seminars.
• Input information accurately into in-house systems.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Microsoft Office

Time management

Travel flexibility

Quantitative skills

Reinsurance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Take the next step in your career with us.

Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.

We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.

Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Summary

The Underwriter is responsible for supporting a book of business, employing the methods necessary to meet projected profitability, GWP, and expense goals, management and growth of their portfolio of business, adhering to proper underwriting discipline/guidelines, marketing and assisting in the servicing of existing and potential clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute the business plan for the development of an Environmental portfolio.
• Prioritize and evaluate submissions in order to identify those accounts that provide the greatest opportunity for profit consistent with the business plan and corporate profit objectives.
• Evaluate terms and structures to meet corporate profitability targets.
• Price and analyze coverage, structure and exposures.
• Develop Broker Distribution platform
• Authorize quotes/binders/invoices as appropriate.
• Attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable.
• Negotiate with brokers and clients for new and renewal business.
• Exercise proper underwriting pricing and discipline to meet profitability goals, complying with underwriting guidelines, systems and procedures.
• Expand existing portfolio of business by developing existing relationships and new prospective clients.
• Monitor developments and cash-flow of bound contracts throughout period.
• Liaise with brokers, internal auditors and Claims, Accounting, IT and Legal departments as appropriate.
• Cross sell other Allied World products
• Attend important industry conferences and seminars as appropriate.
• Ensure information is input into the in-house system in an accurate and timely manner.

Job Requirements

• 4 year college degree required
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience
• Ability to establish relationships with brokers/markets/companies
• Develop track record of producing and maintaining reinsurance accounts
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and quantitative skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize tasks
• Ability and willingness to work outside normal office hours and travel as required

The salary range for this role is between:

Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance.

Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected bylaw.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:

• Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

Global Presence

Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.