Vice President, Excess Casualty Underwriting

The Jonus Group•Chicago, IL

3d•$180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Our client, a well-established and growing national insurance carrier, is seeking an experienced Excess Casualty Underwriter to join their Commercial Lines team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to underwrite complex casualty risks, develop strong broker partnerships, and contribute to the profitable growth of the company’s excess casualty portfolio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of 5+ years of Excess Casualty underwriting experience within a carrier or MGA environment.
Strong technical knowledge of commercial casualty coverages, including GL, Auto, and Umbrella/Excess lines.
Proven ability to analyze complex risks and develop creative underwriting solutions.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Professional designations such as CPCU, RPLU, or AU are a plus.

Responsibilities

Underwrite and price new and renewal Excess Casualty business in accordance with company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
Evaluate risk characteristics, financial condition, loss history, and exposure details to determine appropriate terms and pricing.
Manage and develop relationships with wholesale and retail brokers to drive profitable growth and maintain a healthy pipeline.
Negotiate coverage terms, limits, and conditions to meet both client needs and company objectives.
Collaborate with internal teams including claims, actuarial, and risk engineering to assess risk and ensure sound underwriting decisions.
Monitor portfolio performance and identify trends or areas for improvement.
Stay current with market conditions, competitor strategies, and emerging casualty trends.