Senior E&S Casualty Underwriter - GenStar

Gen Re Corporation•New York, NY

5d•$106,000 - $178,000•Hybrid

About The Position

GenStar Insurance Services, LLC is seeking a Senior E&S Casualty Underwriter for its New York City office. This hybrid role performs underwriting and marketing functions, combining client relationship management with technical underwriting expertise. The position analyzes complex risks and exposures and applies knowledge of rates, forms, pricing structures, terms, and conditions in primary and excess casualty lines. The underwriter collaborates with branch and corporate colleagues and uses company resources to provide responsive service to clients. The role also develops existing client relationships, identifies prospects, creates client management strategies, and contributes to underwriting and marketing initiatives. The underwriter is expected to build industry knowledge through company seminars and external courses, and may help develop products, train underwriters, or support client events.

Requirements

At least five years of commercial liability underwriting experience within the surplus lines marketplace.
Undergraduate college degree.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong client relationship management skills.
Demonstrated commitment to learning.
Well-developed industry knowledge.
Enthusiastic team player and self-starter.

Nice To Haves

Eight or more years of commercial liability underwriting experience within the surplus lines marketplace is preferred.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze complex risks and exposures, using available tools and resources to structure competitive, sound proposals.
Manage a flow of individual risk submissions and respond promptly to clients.
Apply rates, forms, pricing structures, terms, and conditions while contributing to a profitable book of business.
Advance existing client relationships and identify new prospects throughout the territory.
Develop client management strategies with other underwriters and the Unit Manager’s support.
Participate in company underwriting and technical seminars and external industry-related courses.
Lead or support underwriting and marketing activities or projects for the New York City Branch or Casualty Division, including product development, training new underwriters, and client entertainment or educational events.