Executive Underwriter - Construction (Middle Market P&C) (Finance)
Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. Amerisure is an A.M. Best “A” (excellent) rated company and services mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. We are ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, and have nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and $1.15 billion in surplus.
We are recruiting for an Executive Underwriter - Construction, to join our team in Dallas, TX. This is a hybrid position working Tuesdays & Wednesdays in the office and three days from home.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of the largest and most complex construction accounts, leveraging deep industry expertise and advanced judgment to drive profitable growth. Serves as a customer-facing underwriter with the highest levels of field authority, delivering exceptional service to agency partners and contributing to strategic objectives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Evaluate and apply advanced underwriting judgement to price and negotiate large and complex accounts in accordance with Amerisure risk evaluation process, underwriting guidelines, and renewal framework.
Conduct risk selection of specialized new business opportunities that align with Amerisure's profitability goals and risk appetite.
Maintain and manage a portfolio of complex, specialized renewal accounts, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines and achievement of targeted renewal pricing metrics.
Maintain organized and thorough underwriting documentation in accordance with Amerisure's standards and guidelines.
Provide service excellence to agents, ensuring alignment with service standards and fostering long-term partnerships.
Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders to lead successful negotiations acquiring and retaining desired accounts.
Attain established underwriting performance metrics for both new and renewal accounts, including production goals and quote and hit ratios.
Maintain deep subject matter expertise in assigned specialty lines or classes of business, keeping abreast of industry trends and developments.
Adhere to published underwriting guidance and leverage relevant tools to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
Partner with internal teams, such as claims and risk management, to ensure comprehensive support for agency partners.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
5 years underwriting experience in commercial middle market insurance.
2 years underwriting of large and complex construction accounts.
CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred.
Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated successful ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams.
Demonstrated successful ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguity.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers.
Ability to travel up to 10%.
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Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. Amerisure offers a Compensation & Benefits Package that includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health & welfare benefits, 401(k) savings plan and profit sharing. In addition to generous paid time off programs, we allow our employees flexible and remote work arrangements. If you strive for excellence and are committed to personal and professional growth, Amerisure is looking for you.
Amerisure Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Amerisure Insurance complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Amerisure Insurance expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Amerisure's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
