Sr. Underwriter E&S Property

Sr. Underwriter E&S Property

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking a Senior Underwriter for the E&S Property Division. At DUAL, Sr. Underwriters play a key role in shaping the underwriting framework, managing a portfolio of complex risks, and expanding broker relationships. In this role, you will provide technical expertise to evaluate insurance submissions, balancing risk exposure, coverage needs, and profitability. Leading and collaborating with a team of Underwriters in the E&S Property division, you will evaluate unique and non-admitted market risks, lead underwriting on complex placements, and influence product strategy. Your underwriting judgment will drive profitable portfolio expansion.

Role responsibilities include:

• Underwriting complex insurance risks within granted level of authorities by identifying and analyzing risk exposures, loss frequency and severity against desired coverage
• Ensuring submissions meet underwriting standards for the program and are profitable
• Curating a portfolio of business in accordance with Underwriting Guidelines and prescribed pricing tools, but has more discretion in curating the portfolio than an underwriter
• Identifying changes in account/ market risk exposures and loss trends to maximize profitability
• Working with Manager to define and execute team production goals
• Reviewing referrals from Underwriters and Associate Underwriters
• Providing technical guidance, coaching, and mentoring to others on the team and within the company; may formally manage 1-2 direct reports but is not required
• Executing on annual new and renewal business goals by achieving agreed premium income and hitting quote numbers with desired hit ratios and retentions
• Fostering relationships with key producers by traveling to connect and attend events/meetings as needed
• Gathering and compiling information required to quote and/or bind an account
• Demonstrating advanced understanding of technical underwriting principles and risk underwriting characteristics in their line of business which could include key components of risk factors and how these progress over time, understanding basic exclusions and understanding more nuanced risks as well; may begin expanding knowledge of other lines of business as well
• Keeping up to date on market dynamics, competitive landscape, and product differences - communicating market intelligence to the broader group
• Negotiating with producers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives
• Underwriting Authority: Has Underwriting authority as outlined in LOA

Key requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, finance, business, or a related field preferred
• 5–8 years of relevant underwriting experience
• Professional certifications such as CPCU, AU, or similar designations preferred
• In-depth understanding of technical underwriting principles and risk assessment
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Proven ability to manage and build broker and client relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex risks with sound judgment
• Highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail
• Ability to travel up to 25% as required for client meetings, conferences, or industry events
• If you do not meet all the qualifications for this role, we still encourage you to apply, as we are always looking for diverse talent to join our growing team.

What we offer: A career that you define. Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including medical, dental, vision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401k with company match, paid volunteer days and more. We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community.

EEO Statement: We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect. DUAL North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DUAL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.