Senior Property and Casualty Underwriter

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Employee Type : Regular

Regular

Location :

Houston - Texas - State Highway

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Position Summary :

Responsibilities : Oversees and strategically manages workflows for new property and casualty business and renewals, showcasing advanced professionalism, technical expertise, and adherence to underwriting guidelines.

Evaluates, prioritizes, and selects submissions and prices risks that will develop an underwriting profit for the carrier, refers or declines risks that present excessive risk.

Drives risk assessment comprehensively, evaluating factors such as coverage value, location, usage, safety features, and other considerations to make informed decisions on risk acceptance.

Determines appropriate coverage limits, insurance premiums, policy terms based on risk assessment, ensuring active portfolio management of complex property and casualty accounts.

Negotiates terms and conditions with the broker, recognizes and creates cross sell opportunities for other products while ensuring compliance with regulations and guidelines.

Develops strategic initiatives to create new business opportunities, maximizes retention of assigned portfolios and contributes significantly to achieving business targets.

Manages internal and external relationships that will deliver superior customer service. Develops professional, long-term relationships with brokers and agents, expanding the book of business and operating within delegated authority limits.

Partners with underwriting teams, fosters seamless communication, and optimizes task coordination to support the overall underwriting process.

Provides accurate premium forecasts and business plans, contributes to budgeting processes and supports the achievement of performance targets.

Optimizes underwriting processes, introduces new technologies, and aligns the department with broader organizational goals.

Delivers training for new underwriters on underwriting guidelines, processes, and systems. Attends industry events and stays abreast of property and casualty underwriting trends, emerging risks in the sector, regulatory changes, and adjust underwriting strategies, accordingly.

Work Experience : Minimum of 8 years of experience in Property and Casualty Underwriting with a Bachelor's degree or 6 years and a Master's degree is preferred.

Education : Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred; Risk Management, Actuarial and Business Administration preferred.

Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered. Licenses & Certifications : Prescribed : Minimum requirements for state P&C and / or surplus line licenses.

Preferred : Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce that is reflective of society throughout the entirety of the organization.

Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued and evaluated on their performance and contributions.

Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities.

This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How We Support Our Teammates

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing goals.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce that allows you to manage your wellbeing and work / life balance.

We understand that you have a life outside of work. That's why we offer paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days.

In addition, we offer paid parental leave and paid company holidays.

Ryan Specialty values a diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

Ryan Specialty provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.

Ryan Specialty is committed to a diverse workforce.

The target salary range for this position is $118,360.00 - $155,347.00 annually.

The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands.

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits.

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We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law.

Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com

The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.