Senior Underwriter/AVP Underwriter (Wholesale Excess Casualty)

TL;DR

Senior Underwriter/AVP Underwriter (Wholesale Excess Casualty): Managing and growing a profitable book of E&S Excess Casualty business for General Liability and Commercial Automobile lines with an accent on broker relationship development and risk selection. Focus on designing pricing standards, assessing risk-inherent exposures, and collaborating with actuarial and claims teams to ensure portfolio profitability.

Location: Must be based in the USA (Remote options available in CA, AZ, CO, LA; Hybrid option in Irvine, CA)

Salary: $150,000–$200,000

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in risk management and insurance with over 50 years of experience enabling businesses to survive and thrive.

What you will do

• Develop a profitable book of middle to large market-sized E&S Excess Casualty business for General Liability and Commercial Automobile lines.
• Implement growth plans for the designated territory to build brand awareness.
• Underwrite select new and renewal accounts adhering to department standards and referral processes.
• Cultivate and manage productive relationships with appointed wholesale brokers.
• Develop pricing and risk selection standards aligned with strategic goals and financial targets.
• Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, Loss Control, Operations, Finance, and IT teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant wholesale casualty underwriting experience.
• Expertise in General Liability and Commercial Automobile segments.
• Must be based in the USA (specifically targeting CA, AZ, CO, LA).
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance and employee wellness program.
• 401k match and retirement savings plan.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Inclusive workplace culture driven by values of talent, execution, and collaboration.