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Munich Re

E&S Casualty Underwriter

Munich Re, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Company Munich Re Specialty - North America Location San Francisco, United States

E&S Primary Casualty Underwriter

The Company is open to considering candidates in numerous locations: San Francisco, CA; Scottsdale, AZ; or Chicago, IL.

We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients.

The Company

Munich Re Specialty - North America provides extensive, specialty property and casualty insurance solutions to customers through select brokers, Managing General Agents, program administrators, cover holders and insurtech partners. Products include: property, casualty, professional liability and other specialty insurance solutions. Our comprehensive, customized solutions are provided by A+ rated carriers and are tailored to clients’ needs.

The Opportunity

Future focused and always one step ahead!

As a member of our E&S Casualty team, you'll be responsible for the production, underwriting and retention of profitable E&S primary casualty business through the cultivation and maintenance of broker relationships.

Key Responsibilities of this position include:

Underwrite, market, quote, bind and retain a profitable book of excess and surplus lines business that meets profitability and growth targets. Operate within granted authority and guidelines and make referrals to underwriting leadership as appropriate.

Development and execution of production strategies and business plans to implement and maximize growth objectives and rate goals. Coordination with other Munich Re business units is expected and encouraged to offer the best holistic solutions to our clients.

Measure and optimize portfolio progress by reviewing and analyzing underwriting data and monitoring industry best practices to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Cultivate and maintain professional wholesale broker relationships.

Represent the Munich Re brand and Munich Re Specialty Insurance at client events, seminars, meetings, etc.

Assistance in day-to-day operations and projects as assigned which could have client, business group, divisional and corporate impact.

Job Requirements:

5+ years of experience in insurance and/or reinsurance focusing on E&S casualty lines of business.

Excellent underwriting, marketing, and analytical skills.

Advanced insurance certifications (e.g. CPCU) preferred.

Advanced working knowledge of Commercial P&C / E&S products and insurance concepts, UW processes and procedures, laws and regulations, terminology, and other relevant industry trends.

Proficiency in the use of pricing models, tools and other risk evaluation models.

Successful track record of developing and maintaining strong relationships with wholesale brokers.

Tech savviness and a willingness to experiment with and learn new technologies.

Ability to think strategically and function tactically.

Exceptional communication skills that energize and engage brokers, clients and colleagues and the ability to convey a vision and client-focused solutions.

Ability to present and negotiate complex agreements with brokers.

Effective time management and organizational skills.

Willingness to travel 20%-30%.

The base salary range anticipated for this position is

$113,300 - $166,100

plus opportunity for company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay. In addition, the company makes available a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

At Munich Re, we see Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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