Sr. Underwriter, North American Construction Division (Finance)
Job Objectives:
We are seeking a Senior Underwriter. The person in this position will be responsible for underwriting a complex book of business, The Sr. underwriter must be capable of underwriting loss sensitive programs for contractors, project specific and wrap up programs. This person must be willing to travel extensively, up to 25% of the time. The Sr. underwriter must be comfortable meeting with and performing presentations to clients and brokers. The position's preferred location is New York, but is also open to the Allied World US branch offices in New Jersey, Chicago, and Dallas.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Execute the business plan for the development of a Construction portfolio.
· Prioritize and evaluate submissions in order to identify those accounts that provide the greatest opportunity for profit consistent with the business plan and corporate profit objectives.
· Evaluate terms and structures to meet corporate profitability targets.
· Price and analyze coverage, structure and exposures.
· Wrap Up policy experience is a highly preferred
· Develop Broker Distribution platform
· Authorize quotes/binders/invoices as appropriate.
· Attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable.
· Negotiate with brokers and clients for new and renewal business.
· Exercise proper underwriting pricing and discipline to meet profitability goals, complying with underwriting guidelines, systems and procedures.
· Expand existing portfolio of business by developing existing relationships and new prospective clients.
· Monitor developments and cash-flow of bound contracts throughout period.
· Liaise with brokers, internal auditors and Claims, Accounting, IT and Legal departments as appropriate.
· Cross sell other Allied World products
· Attend important industry conferences and seminars as appropriate.
· Ensure information is input into the in-house system in an accurate and timely manner.
Compensation
The below annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below he listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but now limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one compensation of Allied World comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.
$150,000 - $175,000
Requirements:
- University degree desired.
- Professional designation such as CPCU, ACII or similar is desired
- At least 5 years underwriting experience
- Previous experience underwriting Construction and Wrap Up Risks
- Established relationships with wholesale and retail brokers/markets/companies.
- Successful track record in developing and maintaining reinsurance accounts.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and quantitative skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines and prioritize tasks.
- Ability and willingness to work outside normal office hours and travel as much as 25% of the time required.
About Fairfax
Fairfax is a holding company which, through its subsidiaries, is engaged in property and casualty insurance and reinsurance and investment management.
About Allied World
Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, and we benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways. Our capital base is strong, our solutions anticipate rather than react to changing trends, and our teams are focused on establishing long-term relationships that are mutually beneficial. Learn more about how we can help you manage your risk by visiting: Web: www.awac.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/alliedworld | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/allied-world Our generous benefits package includes: Health and Dental Insurance, 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion or belief, sex, age, genetic information, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or their protected veteran or disability status. Please visit www.awac.com for further information on Allied World
