Senior Underwriter - Excess & Surplus Line

Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.•Madison, WI

About The Position

Provide underwriting efforts to develop a book of business submitted by contracted producers to achieve profitability goals. Assist personnel in all levels of individual risk underwriting decisions, underwriting strategy, book management, product development and management, and efficient operations and technology. Mentoring responsibilities include partnering with the Managing Director and working with less-experienced Underwriters and Assistants to enhance their skills. Maintain and build upon appropriate business relationships with various constituencies, including fellow employees, assigned brokers, reinsurers, and vendors.

Requirements

Ten years or more of underwriting, product development, product management, claims, risk management, distribution management, or related functions with a proven record of favorable accomplishments
Significant knowledge of the property and casualty industry is required, with knowledge of surplus and specialty lines preferred
Bachelor’s degree or comparable industry experience may be considered, with a high school diploma or equivalent required
Solid technical knowledge of commercial insurance forms, rates, and rules
Understanding of the state and federal regulatory environment
Skilled in building relationships, exercising sound judgment, making decisions, and influencing others
Understands the big picture and goals of the company and helps drive business unit results to contribute to the overall success and goals of the organization
Possesses a customer-centric service philosophy
Above-average communication skills
Negotiation, facilitation, and consensus-building skills
Thorough understanding or ability to learn new lines of business, including insurance procedures, processes, and product lifecycle management
Ability to promote a team environment of creative innovation
Understanding of CM | Vantage’s mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives
Ability to travel to meet with producers, brokers, vendors, and industry service organizations

Nice To Haves

CPCU, ASLI, ARM, or equivalent designations preferred, or evidence of continuing and progressive education in the insurance industry

Responsibilities

Effectively write and retain profitable business aligned with division objectives
Build a strong working relationship with producers
Assist underwriting personnel at all levels to analyze and evaluate risk, recognizing exposures to make sound underwriting decisions on risk acceptability, coverage alternatives, risk management recommendations, and pricing and/or perform these duties on larger or more complex risks
Review and evaluate products, filings, and pricing needs. Make recommendations for enhancements and changes as appropriate
Respond in a timely manner to work/questions
Develop opportunities for information flow
Maintain and continue to develop technical knowledge and expertise
Develop leadership skills through internal and external publications, seminars, and conferences, and share knowledge gained with peers
Contribute to the management team by discussing issues, developing efficiencies, and identifying and assisting in resolving conflicts
Participate in or lead assigned projects and special research projects as necessary
Travel as required, up to 10 percent
Perform other duties as assigned