Senior Production Underwriting Specialist - Excess Casualty at American Family Insurance Group

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Insurance, Property and CasualtyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree at minimum
Generally, a minimum of 10+ years of experience
Must have Primary and/or Excess Casualty experience specific to E&S (excess and surplus lines) / Wholesale
Ability to travel to visit agents and brokers
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Co

Responsibilities

Leads the evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business, ensuring alignment with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite
Develops and implements advanced risk assessment models to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms
Fosters strategic partnerships with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and provide guidance
Procures and analyzes supplementary reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to support underwriting decisions
Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations
Evaluates complex policy renewals and modifications, identifying opportunities for policy enhancements and risk mitigation
Communicates underwriting strategies and decisions effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers
Monitors and shares insights on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
Maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business
Monitors and evaluates underwriting practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes
Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Excess Casualty UnderwritingProduction UnderwritingUmbrella InsuranceExcess ProductsCasualty InsuranceCommercial UnderwritingRisk AssessmentClient Relationship Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Senior Production Underwriting Specialist role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or hybrid, and where are the offices located?

The role offers a hybrid schedule out of offices in Cincinnati, OH, Chicago, IL, or Kennesaw, GA, and is open to remote candidates as well.

What skills or experience are required for this excess casualty underwriter position?

A qualified candidate has handled a book of non-admitted and admitted excess casualty accounts, with experience leading evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business, developing risk assessment models, and analyzing reports like motor vehicle and loss history reports.

What is the company culture like at Great American Custom?

The company combines a 'small company' culture where ideas are heard with 'big company' expertise, values diverse backgrounds and experiences for collaborative success, and fosters long-term client relationships with customized solutions.

What makes a strong candidate for this underwriting specialist role?

Strong candidates have experience handling a book of non-admitted and admitted excess casualty accounts and can lead complex underwriting evaluations, develop risk models, foster partnerships, and ensure regulatory compliance.