Underwriting Specialist, Professional Liability

Ascot Group•Atlanta, GA

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

Ascot Group is a leading specialty risk underwriting organization with a global reach, operating through interconnected platforms under the mission of 'One Ascot.' The company fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture that values underwriting excellence, integrity, and innovation. Ascot utilizes a unique Fusion Model (Client Centric, Risk Centric, Technology Centric) to deploy capital creatively and deliver bespoke products and world-class service. The organization is actively embedding artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to enhance decision-making and efficiency, seeking individuals who are curious, critical thinkers, and adaptable to technological evolution. This specific role is within the Professional Liability/E&O team, focusing on Miscellaneous and Real Estate Professional Liability, and is a hybrid in-office position based in Atlanta, GA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 7 years of underwriting experience in the financial lines insurance industry, with experience in Miscellaneous and Real Estate Professional Liability strongly preferred.
Deep knowledge of insurance, the applicable regulations and the insurance industry.
Strong collaborative skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Excellent organizational, desk management and prioritization skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must be positive, self-motivated, and possess strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Possess strong technical, analytical, and quantitative skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to successfully negotiate in difficult situations with agents and brokers.
Solution oriented team player with a strong relationship management skill set working with both internal and external stakeholders and customers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel 10-15%.

Nice To Haves

RPLU, CPCU or other relevant professional designation preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned Professional Liability/E&O book of business through execution of individual risk underwriting and adherence to the strategic plan of the unit.
Underwrite and negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
Monitor premiums, costs and claims ratios per contract and take corrective measures if necessary to ensure long term profitability at account level.
Work independently within delegated underwriting authority and make referrals as required.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with financial lines peers, leaders and internal partners across functional areas to identify cross-selling opportunities, assist in product development and operational excellence.
Foster and maintain external relationships with brokers to market and sell Ascot’s products.
Embody The Ascot Way in their daily interaction with colleagues, fostering colleague engagement and development, collaboration, inclusivity, and individual accountability.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (including prescription coverage)
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
AD&D
Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Paid holidays
Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state /local paid leave where required)
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Other leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, Adoption, Maternity, Military, Primary & Non-Primary Caregiver)
Contributory Savings Plan (401k)