*This position is open to multiple Burns & Wilcox branch offices across the US.*
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Property Underwriter to join our E&S underwriting team. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of the commercial property E&S market, strong analytical and relationship-building skills, and a proven ability to make sound risk decisions. This is a hybrid position with a minimum 3 days in-office.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, analyze, and underwrite diverse commercial property risks within established authority levels, ensuring adherence to Atain’s underwriting philosophy and standards.
- Assess exposure, coverage requirements, risk characteristics, CAT model outputs, and financial data to develop appropriate pricing and terms.
- Maintain a profitable and diversified portfolio by managing aggregation, monitoring performance, and adjusting underwriting strategies based on emerging trends and results.
- Identify opportunities for growth while maintaining underwriting discipline to ensure longterm profitability.
- Develop, strengthen, and maintain productive relationships with wholesale broker partners across the country.
- Negotiate pricing, coverage, and terms with brokers to achieve competitive yet profitable outcomes.
- Deliver prompt, professional, and highquality service in a fast-paced environment, meeting or exceeding service standards and response expectations.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial excess and surplus lines property underwriting experience.
- Solid understanding of property coverage forms, risk assessment tools, and underwriting methodologies.
- Experience with catastrophe-exposed business; familiarity with CAT modeling.
- Track record of managing a profitable book of business and balancing portfolio goals.
- Ability to travel 10-15%
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and decisionmaking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with proven success in broker relationship management.
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced environment while maintaining exceptional service standards.
- Bachelor’s degree; professional designations such as CPCU, AU, or ASLI are a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive base compensation
- Health benefits & 401K with employer match
- Employer paid continuing education courses and designations.
- Many opportunities for career advancement
This is an outstanding opportunity for candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit, drive for career advancement and desire to develop relationships while helping to grow a book of business.