Renewal Underwriter - Casualty E&S

Paragon Insurance Holdings•Avon, CT

19h•Remote

About The Position

The Renewal Underwriter – Casualty E&S is responsible for managing, underwriting, and renewing a portfolio of casualty business within the Excess & Surplus lines market, including both primary and excess segments. This role focuses on evaluating risk exposures, pricing renewal submissions, driving retention and profitability, and strengthening relationships with wholesale brokers and agents. The position supports disciplined underwriting practices and profitable growth objectives. This role will work remotely.

Requirements

3–5+ years of underwriting experience in Excess & Surplus Lines casualty.
Experience underwriting both primary and excess casualty preferred.
Strong analytical, pricing, and risk evaluation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to manage renewals and broker relationships effectively.
Ability to make independent underwriting decisions within delegated authority.

Nice To Haves

Professional designations such as CPCU, AU, or ARM.
Experience with complex casualty risks and layered programs.
Familiarity with E&S underwriting systems and workflow tools.

Responsibilities

Underwrite and manage renewal submissions for E&S casualty business, including primary general liability and excess casualty.
Analyze risk exposures, loss history, financials, and policy terms to make sound underwriting decisions.
Price renewals in accordance with underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and portfolio objectives.
Drive retention while maintaining underwriting discipline and profitability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with wholesale brokers, MGAs, and internal stakeholders.
Communicate underwriting decisions, coverage terms, and appetite clearly and professionally.
Ensure underwriting files are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Claims, Actuarial, and other internal teams to monitor portfolio performance and trends.
Stay informed on E&S casualty market conditions, pricing trends, and emerging risks.