Underwriting Manager Sr, Excess & Surplus Lines
About The Position
AIG is seeking a Senior Underwriting Manager to lead and grow a regional team of underwriters and profitably develop its Excess and Surplus (E&S) property portfolio. The role involves underwriting a broad spectrum of E&S property risks across primary, shared, layered, and excess placements while maintaining a balanced portfolio. The manager will collaborate with internal colleagues and wholesale trading partners, review and negotiate manuscript forms and coverages, and build and execute strategies for profit-and-loss management. As a senior leader within Lexington, the manager will also contribute to organizational transformation and broader Lexington and AIG initiatives, mentor colleagues, and work closely with property managers and regional leadership. The position is primarily office-based to support in-person collaboration.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of experience in Commercial Property E&S underwriting.
- Ability to underwrite property risks across the spectrum of E&S Property business while setting direction for a team and maintaining a balanced portfolio across primary and excess placements.
- Ability to underwrite 100%, primary/shared, layered, and excess structures.
- Strong understanding of current market conditions.
- Ability to make decisions quickly, turn around quotes, and manage multiple prospects at one time.
- Strong leadership skills, including the ability to develop direct reports and other subordinates through coaching and mentoring.
- Ability to work with regional Property leadership peers.
Nice To Haves
- Post-graduate education, either through a formal university setting or industry-recognized certifications.
Responsibilities
- Lead and grow a team of underwriters within the region.
- Underwrite risks to maintain and profitably grow the E&S portfolio across desired business segments.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues and maintain visibility with wholesale trading partners.
- Review and negotiate manuscript form wordings and coverages.
- Build and execute the strategy for profit-and-loss management and share best practices across the United States.
- Contribute to organizational transformation and other Lexington- and AIG-wide initiatives through projects beyond normal underwriting activities.
- Identify opportunities for direct reports to contribute to organizational initiatives.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other Property Managers and Lexington leadership.
- Develop direct reports and other subordinates through ongoing coaching and mentoring.
- Contribute to senior leadership responsibilities, including regional collaboration across business divisions and advancing a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Work with regional Property leadership peers to build a nationally renowned team and culture for Lexington.
Benefits
- A Total Rewards benefits package focused on health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional development.
- Continuous learning and development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
