Underwriter I

AmTrust Financial Services•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This underwriting position is designed for an individual with 2+ years of E&S (excess & surplus lines experience) writing small to medium hazard property & casualty package insurance. Knowledge of ISO coverage forms. Individual account underwriting is required for hazard analysis, rating, pricing, and form selection. This position is hybrid out of our Scottsdale, AZ office.

Requirements

A minimum of two (2) plus years of E&S
Knowledge of industry standard company forms is required to properly underwrite risk.
Demonstrated experience with and expert technical knowledge of commercial casualty insurance coverage and risk selection, methods and pricing.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze data and make an informed, calculated risk decision
Ability to make sound contributions to tactical and strategic planning
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time within the assigned territory and to the Home Office as required

Nice To Haves

CPCU, ASLI or CIC designation preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Write and retain a profitable book of business through solid risk analysis, pricing and servicing.
Adheres to corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines.
Operate within written authority grant and makes referrals to Home Office Underwriting as required
Collaborates closely with E&S Management team.
Develop and implement the territory business plan and share accountability with team in meeting territory goals
Actively plan and participate in industry events as required such as but not limited association conventions
Provides professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross departmental staff.
Provides the pertinent information and guidance to support staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines