Excess Casualty Underwriter

Excess Casualty Underwriter

Location : Jersey City, NJ 07030

Compensation : $125,000 to $200,000

About the Role

Join one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance carriers in the U.S., AM Best “A” rated and backed by over 40 years of underwriting excellence. With a strong reputation for profitable growth and an outstanding work culture, this company is looking for a forward-thinking Excess Casualty Underwriter to support its Jersey City operations.

As an Excess Casualty Underwriter, you’ll take ownership of developing and managing a profitable book of business while collaborating closely with wholesale brokers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Underwrite and manage a book of excess casualty insurance business.

Partner with wholesale agents and brokers to identify and evaluate submission opportunities.

Assess risks, establish pricing, and recommend coverage terms that align with underwriting guidelines.

Monitor the performance of new and renewal business for profitability and compliance.

Make strategic decisions on renewals, pricing changes, or non-renewals as needed.

Analyze claim and industry trends to adjust underwriting strategies accordingly.

Meet or exceed production, profitability, and service targets .

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 5 years of commercial excess casualty underwriting experience .

Strong technical knowledge of excess casualty coverages and market conditions.

Proven ability to analyze data and make sound, risk-based decisions.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Ability to multitask and manage a dynamic workload with minimal oversight.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary : $125,000 to $200,000

Competitive total rewards package including :

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Life and long-term care insurance

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO and holidays

Salary / Compensation : $125,000 - $200,000 per year

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