Specialist, Contract Underwriting - E&S/Specialty (E&S Senior Underwriter)

Nationwide
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 84,000 - 126,000 annuallyFunction: Insurance & ActuarialExperience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical thinking","Risk assessment","Problem-solving","Negotiation","Relationship management"]

Underwrite non-admitted and specialty risks for Excess & Surplus/Specialty lines, evaluating complex, hard-to-place accounts and determining acceptability, pricing, coverage, and endorsements. Manage production and loss ratio goals within an assigned territory through risk selection, territory management, and ongoing monitoring of submissions and results. Build relationships with general agents and reinsurers, place reinsurance as needed, and support research and development of new products, forms, and manuals.

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Nationwide
Nationwide
13 hours ago

Specialist, Contract Underwriting - E&S/Specialty (E&S Senior Underwriter)

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Job Summary

Underwrite non-admitted and specialty risks for Excess & Surplus/Specialty lines, evaluating complex, hard-to-place accounts and determining acceptability, pricing, coverage, and endorsements. Manage production and loss ratio goals within an assigned territory through risk selection, territory management, and ongoing monitoring of submissions and results. Build relationships with general agents and reinsurers, place reinsurance as needed, and support research and development of new products, forms, and manuals.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Insurance & Actuarial
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Review individual risks with assigned agents/programs and either decline or accept based on information needed for the decision.
  • •Develop adequate premium charges, determine appropriate endorsements/exclusions, and place reinsurance within department guidelines as needed.
  • •Quote, price, and underwrite new and renewal policies and endorsements, especially for complex or service-sensitive accounts.
  • •Monitor risk selection and pricing decisions across an agency portfolio or book of business to support production and profitability goals.
  • •Foster relationships with general agents and reinsurers through daily contact, travel for audits/training/marketing, and business development activities.
Travel: Low travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 84,000 - 126,000 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife InsuranceDisabilityPaid Leave401kPensionBusiness Casual

Key Requirements

  • •Minimum 5 years of underwriting experience with demonstrated expertise in E&S and specialty lines underwriting preferred.
  • •Advanced analysis and creative problem-solving to underwrite non-admitted and specialty risks with customized coverage solutions.
  • •Knowledge of E&S market dynamics and non-admitted regulations.
  • •Ability to negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with brokers and agents.
  • •Experience managing agency relationships and territory performance while balancing growth and profitability objectives.
Experience:5+ yearsInsuranceProperty & casualtyExcess & surplusSpecialty linesReinsurance
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Analytical thinkingRisk assessmentProblem-solvingNegotiationRelationship management
Certifications:CPCUCICAUARMCPIWCWISASLI
Tech Stack:Computer software

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Nationwide
Nationwide is a mutual insurance and financial services company offering auto, home, life insurance, retirement planning, investments, and banking products for individuals and businesses across the United States.
Industry: Insurance
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Columbus, United States
Founded: 1926
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