AIG · 12 hours ago
Underwriting Specialist, Casualty
West Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $137K/yr
5+ years expAIG is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions. The Underwriting Specialist will manage complex accounts and develop underwriting strategies for NA Casualty products while building strong relationships with brokers and clients.
BankingFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
This level underwriter typically handles accounts/clients that are most complex
Has a greater underwriting authority and handles larger accounts and/or more complex risks than the Senior Underwriter
The role will be responsible for underwriting NA Casualty - (i.e. WC, AL, USL&H)
Develops and manages underwriting strategies for both renewals and prospects within his/her portfolio of accounts
This includes knowledge of the current market penetration of NA Casualty products and the development of specific plans to increase portfolio share
Develops and implements negotiation strategies
Makes independent sales calls to market and cross-market products
Identifies target markets, designs and implements strategies for lead development and builds prospect lists
Provides technical direction to management, less senior specialists, producers, and claims adjusting personnel
Communicate risk appetite and NA Casualty Value Proposition to brokers
Collaborate with Distribution, Territory Managers, and other line(s) of business underwriters to target desirable accounts and cross selling opportunities from brokers
Rapidly evaluate, prioritize and select submissions to be underwritten
Recognize and create cross sell opportunities for other Commercial products
Work with broker to understand the deal structure, terms, and AIG Services that best meets clients’ needs
May review, evaluate and make recommendations to underwriting guidelines
May direct or conduct internal underwriting audits
Negotiate pricing, terms & conditions, and deal structure with brokers and clients
Develop strong, long term relationships with brokers and clients to profitably grow a book of business
Qualification
Required
5+ years of Commercial Insurance Company, Agency or Brokerage experience
Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships
Advanced working knowledge of the NA Casualty lines of business including product features, forms, regulatory environments and risks etc. (i.e. WC, AL, USL&H)
Demonstrated sales, marketing, and relationship building experience
Very strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated and results-oriented
Ability to work in dynamic, rapidly changing environment, adapting to changing requirements and collaborating with a wide range of colleagues to quickly deliver solutions
Willingness to be flexible, learn on the job, and maintain a can-do attitude
Expert with underwriting analytical tools and technology
Preferred
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
Benefits
Total Rewards Program
Comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development
Company
AIG
AIG is a global insurance company providing insurance products to support clients in business and in life.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kelly Lafnitzegger
Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Charlie Fry
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