Senior Executive Underwriter, Excess Casualty

Location: New York, United States; team members are expected to be primarily in the office.

Salary: $150,000–$200,000 base salary annually, plus eligibility for a bonus.

Company

hirify.global provides commercial and personal insurance solutions through a global property and casualty insurance network.

What you will do

• Underwrite North American Excess Casualty products and perform highly technical, complex assignments.
• Accept, decline, or modify new and renewal broker submissions by analyzing exposures, coverage, exclusions, and potential losses.
• Manage a book of business, set production goals, and contribute to regional budget objectives.
• Develop pricing, negotiation strategies, terms and conditions, and deal structures with brokers and clients.
• Collaborate with distribution, territory managers, and other underwriting teams to target desirable accounts and cross-selling opportunities.
• Build long-term broker and client relationships while providing technical direction and potentially managing a team of underwriters.

Requirements

• Experience with a commercial insurance company, agency, or brokerage.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• Advanced knowledge of North American Excess Casualty products, including product features, forms, regulatory environments, and risks.
• Demonstrated sales, marketing, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment, adapt to changing requirements, and collaborate across functions.
• Comfort with analytical tools and technology, together with a results-oriented and flexible approach.

Culture & Benefits

• Primarily office-based collaboration with brokers, clients, and colleagues.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, wellbeing, financial security, and professional development.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Inclusive culture supported by cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups.