Excess & Surplus - Production Underwriter

Excess & Surplus - Production Underwriter

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We are looking for an experienced excess and surplus lines underwriter to join our team in Idaho. The candidate is required to reside within this territory or be in proximity to our Fairfield, OH Headquarters. This role offers the opportunity to develop your underwriting expertise while building strong relationships with independent agents.

• Work in partnership with producers and an assigned underwriting assistant to solicit, underwrite, and price new and renewal surplus lines commercial property and casualty business.
• Determine individual risk acceptability, pricing, coverage, terms, and conditions.
• Develop, analyze, and evaluate information and exposures for complex risks.
• Achieve production and loss ratio goals within assigned regional territory.
• Work independently with a high level of authority and judgment.
• Determine need for and secure appropriate reinsurance on individual accounts.
• Mentor and train underwriters and underwriting assistants.
• Develop successful business relationships with producers and reinsurers.
• Research new products and coverage forms.
• Travel within assigned territory, which may include some overnight stays.

• Bachelor’s degree or extensive relevant excess and surplus lines underwriting experience.
• 5+ years of experience working with commercial lines property and casualty products.
• Prior excess and surplus casualty underwriting experience with a carrier, broker, or MGA is preferred.
• ASLI or CPCU designations preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skilled verbal communication to explain, negotiate, and present information.
• Valid driver’s license; background check will be performed.

• Salary range: $75,000 - $161,000 annually, plus annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Finance and Sales
• Industry: Insurance