Underwriter, Excess Casualty

H.W. Kaufman Group • Farmington Hills, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Burns & Wilcox is hiring an Underwriter for its Excess Casualty team. The role is responsible for underwriting and servicing specialty program business within established carrier guidelines and internal workflows. The Underwriter supports field production teams with responsive underwriting expertise, efficient submission handling, and execution of program business strategies. The position offers the opportunity to grow a book of business by underwriting new business and increasing renewal business through client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of excess underwriting experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance license, CPCU, CIC, or comparable designation.
• Interest in continued education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, quote, bind, and service submissions in accordance with carrier underwriting guidelines and internal authority levels.
• Provide underwriting support and product expertise to field production teams.
• Manage high-volume submission flow while maintaining responsiveness and accuracy.
• Develop working knowledge of assigned specialty programs, carrier appetites, coverage forms, and pricing structures.
• Collaborate with producers and associates to obtain required underwriting information and move accounts efficiently through the placement process.
• Identify opportunities to maximize utilization of specialty program markets.
• Maintain relationships with carrier underwriters and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting authority, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor renewal business and assist in retention and remarketing efforts where appropriate.
• Support operational initiatives focused on workflow optimization, service standards, and program growth.
• Participate in training and ongoing development related to products, systems, and carrier programs.
• Travel as necessary to foster strong client relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation with a sales-based bonus plan.
• Employer-paid continuing education courses and designations through access to Kaufman Institute.
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Access to the Kaufman Wellness Program.
• Flexible and hybrid work options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level