Underwriter, Financial Lines

Underwriter, Financial Lines

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

As the Underwriter for Private Company within the Wholesale Financial Lines division, you will analyze and underwrite new and renewal business in a market‑facing role. You will regularly interact with wholesale brokers and clients, managing and growing your book of business to ensure profitable results while adhering to Everest underwriting guidelines and standards. You will deliver products and services in a high‑quality, timely, and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the growth of a profitable and diversified portfolio, including D&O, EPL, Fiduciary, and Crime lines of business.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of underwriting authorities and guidelines.
• Proactively solicit and analyze new business opportunities that align with underwriting guidelines while maintaining portfolio profitability.
• Underwrite and execute renewals, delivering high‑quality service in a cost‑effective manner.
• Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with wholesale brokers and clients.
• Assist with the development of underwriting products and marketing materials.
• Collaborate closely with internal partners, including management, claims, and actuarial teams.
• Contribute to ongoing reviews and analysis of underwriting practices and procedures.
• Provide assistance and support to other members of the underwriting team as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of Financial Lines underwriting experience, with demonstrated expertise and strong industry relationships.
• Excellent analytical and computer skills, with the ability to evaluate financial stability and risk.
• Strong understanding of the current D&O insurance market and the wholesale broker landscape.
• Strong negotiation, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
• Consistently maintain excellent broker relationships and provide high‑quality service.
• Ensure compliance with all internal policies, external management requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Strong time‑management and problem‑solving skills, allowing you to succeed in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors.

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Atlanta, GA

Additional Locations: New York, NY

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.