Executive Underwriter, Specialty Casualty
Chubb
- Los Angeles, CA
- $92,500-158,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
The Executive Specialty Casualty P&C Underwriter has responsibility for new and renewal business for his/her own book of business ($5-6M renewal book and a $1.5M new business goal) based in Downtown Los Angeles, CA.The position will be responsible for driving profitable growth with Los Angeles producers, inclusive of boutique agencies to key Cornerstone relationships. Lines of business include General Liability including Pollution, Auto, Umbrella and Workers Compensation. Underwriting duties will include developing and negotiating price, coverage, terms and conditions for all new business and renewals while actively identifying account rounding opportunities for other Chubb Commercial Insurance practices.Collaborating with underwriters, operations, claims, marketing, and home office management is necessary. Must implement and manage effective pricing and rate strategies that will produce profitability, book growth, and successful producer relations. We are looking for a candidate who is highly motivated, results oriented with solid business and underwriting acumen.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Experience in multi-line package underwriting.
- Experience in Manufacturing and Construction industry practices
- Prior experience in non-admitted markets is a plus
- Strong sales and marketing skills are critical; able to position accounts and close deals.
- Candidate must be able to demonstrate success in marketing, producer management, new business development, and the ability to successfully negotiate on all levels with both internal and external partners.
- Teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills required. Candidate will need a solid background in risk analysis and experience with complex accounts.
- Possess a high degree of proficiency with the underwriting process and partner effectively with an Underwriting Associate.
- Candidate must have exemplary ability to effectively interact with all levels of customers and coworkers.
- Knowledge and proficiency with technical issues, compliance, coverage, products and pricing strategies expected.
- The ability to be creative and adaptable in a changing business environment. Sound decision making skills required.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of underwriting experience is preferred