Underwriter II

Overview

AmTrust E&S Insurance Services, a member of the AmTrust group of companies, is searching for an experienced and knowledgeable Senior Underwriter to join the E&S Property team. The Senior Underwriter will have frequent interactions with wholesale brokers in providing coverage for new and renewal business based on customer's needs. The ideal candidate will work in a team environment, demonstrate a strong customer focus that will reinforce the departments appetite and strategy. This candidate will possess strong decision-making skills, be detailed oriented, able to build & sustain broker relationships, be results driven, and have a track record of working in a fast-paced environment.


Responsibilities

• Analyze, review and negotiates policy terms and conditions that are in line with the departments underwriting guidelines.
• Underwrite targeted new and renewal business by reviewing and analyzing insureds (or prospective insureds) loss history, exposures, and other pertinent information.
• Contribute to the development of marketing plans, product analysis, services, geographic focus and broker intelligence.
• Perform related duties as requested to include report preparation, presentations, and special projects to assist in ensuring the success of the product line unit.
• Seek out and develop new relationships with wholesale brokers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years' experience in the wholesale E&S underwriting space with established broker relationships.
• Portfolio management mindset with focus on balance and diversification, while continually seeking to identify emerging trends and opportunities to help deliver long-term underwriting profit.
• Strong knowledge of E&S property insurance products, coverages, and underwriting principles.
• Have an in-depth knowledge of insurance policies, regulations, and trends.
• Builder and growth mindset.
• Excellent presentation skills and accustomed to interacting both in-person or virtually with various external stakeholders and trading partners. Ability to influence and persuade through advanced written and verbal communication skills.

This position is hybrid. We will consider candidates from the following locations:

• Alpharetta, Georgia
• New York, New York
• Jersey City, New Jersey
• Boston, Massachusetts
• Chicago, Illinois
• Scottsdale, Arizona
• Dallas, Texas

The expected salary range for this role is $70,300-$95,000/year.

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.