AVP, Excess Casualty Underwriter

AVP, Excess Casualty Location: New York City Reports To: President, Excess Casualty Employment Type: Full Time About Us Help us insure it. Tokio Marine HCC is a leading global specialty insurance group, backed by the strength and stability of the Tokio Marine Group. With more than 50 years of sustained growth and profitability, and offices across the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe, and other international locations, we offer more than 100 classes of specialty insurance—covering everything from the crops that feed us and the concerts that entertain us to rescuing travelers abroad. Guided by our Mind Over Risk philosophy, we empower clients to pursue opportunities with confidence while fostering a culture rooted in innovation, collaboration, and trust. Always Advancing, we embrace an entrepreneurial spirit; as Experts in Tomorrow, we anticipate what’s next; and by Reaching Out, we build genuine connections that enable our people and our business to thrive. Role Overview Drive profitable growth within the Excess Casualty portfolio by underwriting complex risks, developing strong broker relationships, and delivering disciplined risk selection and pricing. This role is responsible for building and managing a diversified portfolio of predominantly risk management accounts while contributing to overall unit profitability and underwriting excellence within a collaborative, high-performing environment. Key Responsibilities Build and manage a profitable portfolio of Excess Casualty business within defined underwriting appetite Develop and maintain strong relationships with retail brokers to generate consistent new and renewal opportunities Underwrite complex risks through detailed evaluation of exposures, operations, and loss drivers Analyze underlying coverage, structure excess layers, and negotiate terms, pricing, and capacity within multi-layer programs Assess pricing adequacy using technical models, market insight, and underwriting judgment Conduct loss analysis to evaluate severity potential, aggregation risk, and emerging exposures Document underwriting decisions, pricing rationale, and coverage positions clearly and consistently Collaborate with claims, actuarial, and underwriting leadership to inform risk selection and portfolio strategy Deliver timely, responsive service and clear communication to brokers and internal stakeholders Stay current on industry trends, legal developments, and competitive dynamics What You Bring Education Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) Experience 5–10+ years of Excess Casualty or related casualty underwriting experience Proven ability to underwrite complex, large-limit risks Demonstrated success in building broker relationships and generating profitable production Qualifications Strong technical underwriting expertise across casualty exposures Deep understanding of policy forms, coverage structures, and excess layering Advanced analytical skills in pricing, loss evaluation, and risk selection Strong negotiation and relationship management skills Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational abilities Ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, holidays, and parental leave Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities Opportunity to build and grow a casualty portfolio within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment Equal Opportunity Employer Tokio Marine HCC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. The pay range for this position is $153,000 - $254,000, which includes geographic adjustments, where applicable. The pay range is the range THMCC, in good faith, believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The hired applicant will be offered pay within the entire range based on the candidate’s geographic location, qualifications, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co