Senior Underwriter

The Senior Underwriter administers the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal accounts for assigned middle market agents and producers in compliance with Company underwriting, authority, and pricing standards.

Those within 50 miles of an AmTrust office will be expected to abide by a hybrid schedule.

The salary range for this role is $100-140K, this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California and Washington. Base pay offered may vary depending on, but not limited to education, experience, skills, geographic location, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics. This range may be modified in the future.

Quickly and effectively make underwriting decisions based on review and analysis of renewal policy. Make sure policy characteristics are based on company pricing and underwriting guidelines. Collaborate closely with other team members, sales and management as needed to assess risks and retain business.
• Develop and maintain strong agency relationships and work closely with Underwriters, Sales, and Management to implement agency plans and share accountability in meeting territory goals.
• Provide support and coaching to the underwriting team and provide leadership on multiple products available to the team in order to quickly and effectively make risk decisions.
• Occasionally participate in industry events and travel to meet with agencies to support relationships as needed.
• Maintain strong product line and industry expertise and stay abreast of changes in markets.
• Other tasks, responsibilities and projects as needed.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands.
• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

• 5+ years of commercial lines property and casualty experience
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Strong negotiation skills and marketing experience
• Demonstrated experience with and expert technical knowledge of middle market organizations
• Technical command of underwriting of liability, property, automobile, and umbrella exposures of middle market organizations
• Ability to interpret and analyze information to make an informed risk selections and pricing decisions
• Respect for confidential information
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Enjoyment of being part of a team of like-minded insurance professionals
• Ability to travel within the assigned territory and to the Home Office as required
• CPCU or CIC designation preferred

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.