Senior Underwriter, Commercial Auto

Everest•Atlanta, SC

7d•$137,000 - $194,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Underwriter, Commercial Auto on our Wholesale Casualty team, you will build and manage a profitable E&S Commercial Auto portfolio across the Southeast Region. This position can be based in our Southeast regional office locations or remotely within the Southeast Region for highly qualified candidates.

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.
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.

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 Southeast Region.
CPCU, ASLI, AU, ARM, or similar insurance designations.

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 Southeast 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.