Senior Underwriter

Title : Senior Underwriter

Company :

Everest Reinsurance Company

Job Category : Underwriting

Job Description : About Everest :

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

About the Role :

As a Senior Underwriter, you'll take on a dynamic mix of underwriting and marketing responsibilities, showcasing your expertise in both client relationship management and technical underwriting. Your role will require a strong blend of analytical thinking, industry knowledge, and interpersonal skills to consistently deliver exceptional service.

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days onsite, 2 remote in either Warren, NJ, New York City or Stamford, CT.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Key responsibilities for the position include new and renewal underwriting of individual risk (IR) accounts that include general liability, automobile liability, workers compensation and excess / umbrella liability while adhering to underwriting rules, pricing and selection standards / guidelines, and profitability metrics.
• Developing and cultivating new and existing carrier and reinsurance broker relationships to maintain an opportunity pipeline that will lead to the achievement of department premium & production goals.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through exceptional service to internal and external customers.
• Contribute to specific performance plans assigned to the IR division to reach our projected premium and profitability goals.
• Collaborate with all functional areas of the company including claims, accounting, contract wording, and actuarial to support company objectives.
• Maintain awareness of competitor capabilities and strategies, market trends in the insurance and reinsurance marketplace.
• Attend industry conferences / meetings as necessary.
• Travel as required to achieve the above.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education & Experience :

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies :

The base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

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What if I don't meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location : Warren, NJ

Additional Locations :

New York, NY, Stamford, CT

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.

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