VP, Underwriting - Specialty and Commercial

About the position The Specialty Casualty Team is seeking an experienced excess & surplus (E&S) Lines underwriter to build and leverage existing broker relationships in the Southeastern region of the United States. This role is accountable for applying technical expertise to win and retain business, ensuring appropriate risk selection and pricing while contributing to organizational growth. The underwriter will manage products within various lines of business, including Accident and Health, Aviation, and more, while maintaining a comprehensive knowledge base of the full spectrum of products. Responsibilities • Underwrite and grow a profitable E&S book of primary general liability, lead umbrella, and excess casualty business. , • Build and develop wholesale broker relationships in the Southeastern region through visibility, superior service, and product expertise. , • Demonstrate disciplined underwriting through risk selection, exposure evaluation, and pricing. , • Apply understanding of industry trends, loss trends, and market dynamics to underwriting. , • Negotiate pricing, terms & conditions, and deal structure with brokers. , • Maintain files with detailed documentation supporting all underwriting decisions and compliance with guidelines. , • Operate with broad appetite and high levels of authority using pricing tools, underwriting resources, and team collaboration. , • Maintain knowledge base around the full spectrum of products and provide input on the introduction of potential new products. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience. , • 10+ years relevant experience in underwriting excess & surplus casualty. Nice-to-haves • Minimum of 10 years' experience underwriting excess & surplus casualty - both primary and excess. , • Experience with general casualty, products, transportation, and construction classes of business. , • Existing casualty wholesale broker relationships in the Southeastern region. , • Proven ability to create and maintain relationships internally and externally. , • Deep knowledge of casualty coverages/forms. , • Ability to quickly evaluate and prioritize a large volume of submissions efficiently and consistently. , • Working knowledge of market competition, insurance principles, trends, best practices. , • Ability to collaborate with people at different levels within the global organization to accomplish a common goal. , • Understand the needs and goals of a customer and actively look for ways to meet them. , • Effectively and efficiently present logic, reasoning, and analysis to others. , • Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment through resourcefulness, flexibility, and leadership. Benefits • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing benefits. , • Competitive 401(k) contribution. , • Paid-time off program. , • Paid-family and caregiver leaves. , • Annual discretionary bonus plan based on business and individual performance. , • Hybrid work arrangements with the opportunity to work in the office 8-12 days per month. Apply Job!