Allied World - Houston, TX
posted 5 months ago
As a Senior Underwriter / Assistant Vice President (AVP) in the North American Excess Casualty Division at Allied World National Assurance, you will play a pivotal role in managing and expanding a portfolio of general casualty business. This position requires a strong focus on underwriting discipline while actively marketing and servicing both existing and potential retail clients. The primary emphasis will be on retail distribution, particularly targeting construction, real estate, and products liability risks. Your expertise will be essential in navigating the complexities of underwriting within these sectors, ensuring that all operations align with the company's strategic objectives and guidelines. In this role, you will be responsible for performing thorough account analyses in accordance with Allied World (US) General Casualty guidelines. You will develop account pricing, structure, and terms, making informed recommendations based on your assessments. Additionally, you will be tasked with preparing quotes, binders, and underwriting worksheets, ensuring that all documentation adheres to company standards. Maintaining organized files that comply with company guidelines is also a critical aspect of your responsibilities. As a Senior Underwriter, you will have the opportunity to delegate and supervise work to Account Coordinators as needed, fostering a collaborative environment. Your role will also involve attending client meetings, lunches, dinners, and other social outings to strengthen relationships and enhance business opportunities. Marketing to retailers within your assigned region and engaging in production meetings will be key components of your strategy to grow the business. Furthermore, you will collaborate with the Legal department for manuscript wording analysis and preparation, ensuring that all legal aspects are thoroughly addressed. Your ability to interact with senior management on referral items will be crucial, as will your willingness to train and mentor Underwriting Trainees and Junior Underwriters, contributing to the development of the next generation of underwriting professionals.