E&S Casualty Underwriter Senior

Munich Re Group • San Francisco, CA

119d • $135,600 - $226,100

About The Position

Welcome to Munich Re Specialty - North America, a leading specialty insurance provider dedicated to delivering exceptional underwriting, claims, and risk management expertise to our partners and customers. As a trusted industry expert, we offer a broad range of comprehensive and customized solutions, including casualty, professional lines, property, surety, and public entity coverages. With the financial strength and global resources of our A+ Superior (A.M. Best) rated organization, we provide unmatched stability and reliability. Our team is committed to superior service levels, a distinctive approach to specialty solutions, and a deep understanding of the complex risks our clients face. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and experienced organization that is shaping the future of specialty insurance in North America.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in insurance and/or reinsurance focusing on E&S casualty lines of business.
• Excellent underwriting, marketing and analytical skills.
• Advanced insurance certifications (e.g. CPCU) preferred.
• Advanced working knowledge of Commercial P&C / E&S products and insurance concepts, UW processes and procedures, laws and regulations, terminology, and other relevant industry trends.
• Proficiency in the use of pricing models, tools and other risk evaluation models.
• Successful track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with wholesale brokers.
• Tech savviness and a willingness to experiment with and learn new technologies.
• Ability to think strategically and function tactically.
• Exceptional communication skills that energize and engage brokers, clients and colleagues and the ability to convey a vision and client-focused solutions.
• Ability to present and negotiate complex agreements with brokers.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel 20%-30%.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced insurance certifications (e.g. CPCU) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, market, quote, bind and retain a profitable book of excess and surplus lines business that meets profitability and growth targets.
• Operate within granted authority and guidelines and make referrals to underwriting leadership as appropriate.
• Development and execution of production strategies and business plans to implement and maximize growth objectives and rate goals.
• Coordination with other Munich Re business units is expected and encouraged to offer the best holistic solutions to our clients.
• Measure and optimize portfolio progress by reviewing and analyzing underwriting data and monitoring industry best practices to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Cultivate and maintain professional wholesale broker relationships.
• Represent the Munich Re brand and Munich Re Specialty Insurance at client events, seminars, meetings, etc.
• Assistance in day to day operations and projects as assigned which could have client, business group, divisional and corporate impact.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Employee wellness program
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k match
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities