New Job Opening: Senior Binding Underwriter in Chicago, IL

Job Description

Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter (E&S)

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter (E&S) to join a dynamic and growing team. This is a senior-level production role that offers the opportunity to build and scale a significant book of business while mentoring junior staff and driving higher-level production within the office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial lines underwriting, particularly in the Excess & Surplus (E&S) market, and a proven ability to manage complex risks. This role provides access to deep E&S markets, strong carrier relationships, and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Compensation Package

• Base Salary Range: $115,000 – $150,000


• Bonus: Sales incentive bonus plan


• Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
  
  • 401(k) with employer match
  
  
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
  
  
  • Continuing education and professional designations
  
  
  • Wellness program
  
  
  
  


• Work Environment: Hybrid and flexible


• Travel: Minimal to moderate (agency relationship development)

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and grow a personal book of business.


• Serve as the lead contact for agency partners and key relationships.


• Underwrite, rate, quote, and bind complex new and renewal business.


• Execute marketing strategies to drive production and retention.


• Submit and manage underwriting referrals to brokerage facilities and leadership.


• Track and manage key performance metrics, including hit ratio, retention, growth, and loss ratio.


• Lead, train, and mentor assistant and associate underwriters.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Licenses/Designations:
  
  
  
  • Property & Casualty (P&C) license preferred.
  
  
  • CPCU, CIC, or similar professional designations preferred.
  
  
  
  


• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Minimum of 3+ years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience.
  
  
  • Strong preference for candidates with E&S experience.
  
  
  
  


• Lines of Business:
  
  
  
  • Expertise in commercial lines, particularly complex, middle-market, and E&S risks.
  
  
  
  


• Technical Skills:
  
  
  
  • Proficiency in standard agency management systems.
  
  
  
  


• Personal Attributes:
  
  
  
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
  
  
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
  
  

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