Commercial Casualty Underwriter

We are looking for a Commercial Casualty Underwriter to underwrite new business and renewals extensive client interface in a profitable manner and according to authority level and established guidelines. Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. Knowledgeable in coverage forms and policy language; appropriate utilization of forms and exclusions. Work closely with agents/brokers.

Responsibilities:

• Review, analyze, accept, and decline casualty risks to ensure profitability
• Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit.
• Manage the existing renewal book and implement corrective measures, as needed, to meet profitability expectations.
• Communicate with regional managers and national casualty product line leaders on individual accounts, current and proposed producers, and make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate.
• Participate in audits and/or underwriting meetings as required.
• Build and maintain quality relationships with key producers while simultaneously monitoring the entire appointed producer base for profitability and production.
• Review forms and pricing of competitors and be able to effectively market the Markel product within the competitive landscape

Qualifications:

• 7 years casualty underwriting experience required
• Desire to have some production responsibilities
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility.
• Demonstrated marketing and relationship building skills.
• Microsoft Office skills to include MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player that enjoys a flexible and spontaneous business environment with a desire to succeed.
• Up to 15% travel (when appropriate)
• Hybrid - at least day in office