Senior Underwriter, Commercial Auto

Everest Group•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Everest Evolution™ is the Wholesale-Exclusive arm of Everest, serving the dynamic and rapidly growing U.S. E&S marketplace. Evolution offers Property and Casualty insurance solutions through a dedicated wholesale distribution model, delivering specialized expertise and underwriting capabilities across multiple product lines. As a Senior Underwriter, Commercial Auto on our Wholesale Casualty team, you will be responsible for building and managing a profitable portfolio of E&S Commercial Auto business throughout the Central Region. Location is flexible across Everest office locations. The position is primarily hybrid; however, remote consideration may be available for candidates with exceptional qualifications and relevant experience.

Requirements

5-7+ years of commercial insurance underwriting experience.
Strong expertise in Commercial Auto underwriting, preferably within the E&S or wholesale market.
Experience underwriting transportation, contractor auto, trucking, specialty vehicle, or auto-focused casualty risks.
Proven success managing broker relationships and generating new business production.
Demonstrated ability to independently manage a book of business while maintaining underwriting discipline.

Nice To Haves

E&S, surplus lines, or wholesale underwriting experience.
Experience with both primary casualty and auto liability products.
Existing broker relationships throughout the Central Region.
CPCU, ASLI, AU, ARM, or similar insurance designations.
Expertise in Commercial Auto risk assessment and pricing.
Strong understanding of transportation and auto liability exposures.
Excellent broker development and relationship management skills.
Strong sales, negotiation, and business development capabilities.
Ability to analyze portfolio performance and make data-driven underwriting decisions.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Self-starter comfortable working remotely and managing territory responsibilities independently.

Responsibilities

Underwrite new and renewal E&S Commercial Auto business, including fleet, public auto, contractor auto, transportation, and other complex vehicle-related exposures.
Develop and maintain a profitable book of business within the assigned Central Region territory.
Build strong relationships with wholesale broker partners and become a trusted market resource.
Evaluate risk exposures, pricing adequacy, terms, and coverage structures to achieve profitability goals.
Execute underwriting strategies aligned with regional growth objectives.
Identify new business opportunities and drive brand awareness for Everest Evolution.
Collaborate closely with Claims, Actuarial, Operations, Product, and Distribution teams.
Monitor competitive market conditions, industry trends, and broker activity within the territory.
Ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and referral processes.