Senior Underwriter/AVP Underwriter-Wholesale Primary Casualty
About The Position
About Everest: Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world. About Everest Evolution™ Everest Evolution™, the Wholesale-Exclusive arm of Everest, serving the dynamic and rapidly growing U.S. E&S market. Everest Evolution™ offers Property and Casualty insurance products across multiple business units, with wholesale exclusivity for various products. About the Role Everest Evolution™ is looking for an experienced Senior Underwriter or AVP Underwriter—to join our Wholesale Primary Casualty Team in Chicago or Houston. In this hybrid role, you’ll work three days in the office and two days remotely, helping build a profitable book of middle to large market E&S Primary Casualty business. Your focus will be on General Liability and Commercial Automobile lines within a designated territory. You’ll also play a key role in implementing a regional growth plan, increasing brand awareness, and driving success for both your team and the region—all while delivering exceptional service and underwriting results.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field (insurance designations are a plus).
- 5+ years of wholesale casualty underwriting experience, with a proven ability to support leadership strategies.
- Expertise in General Liability and Commercial Auto segments.
- A self-motivated, independent approach with strong underwriting discipline.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Strong relationship-building and coaching abilities.
- The ability to assess risk exposures and natural hazards.
- Willingness to travel up to 25%.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite select new and renewal accounts according to department standards.
- Follow underwriting guidelines and referral processes.
- Build and manage a diverse, profitable book of business.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with appointed wholesale brokers.
- Set and manage pricing and risk selection standards to meet strategic and financial goals.
- Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, Loss Control, Operations, Finance, and IT teams.
- Stay informed on competitor strategies and market trends.
Benefits
- All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
