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AVP, Executive Underwriter

Chubb, Houston, TX, United States


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Underwriter Key Objectives

To execute the CHUBB Westchester Specialty Casualty business unit strategy; product line responsibilities include Primary General Liability, Lead Umbrella, follow form Excess, and High Excess placements. As an underwriting member of the CHUBB Westchester Specialty Casualty Division, this position will work within their local team to achieve profitable underwriting results through the growth, development, servicing and underwriting of Excess and Surplus Lines business. This position will be working directly with other CHUBB divisions toward driving profitable business development within the CHUBB Westchester Specialty Casualty Division. The position will work exclusively through contracted wholesale brokers. The CHUBB Westchester Specialty Casualty Division will provide a single source of access to CHUBB's broad domestic and international product and service offerings within the property and casualty underwriting disciplines. Under limited supervision, primary responsibility is to underwrite individual risks; may also supervise employees. Major Duties & Responsibilities

Solicits new and renewal submissions from appointed wholesaler brokers. Determines terms and conditions and complex rating plans. Binds coverage. Documents the underwriting files to company/division expectations. Handles more complex files and portfolios within underwriting authority. Position will be responsible for the following activities: Profitability & Production Growth Strategies Underwriting Integrity Branch Administrative Performance Measures

Achievement of premium goals & budgets Adherence to underwriting goals, guidelines & objectives Adherence to departmental workflow and service standards Qualitative assessment of underwriting decisions Results of internal and external underwriting audits Qualifications

Minimum of 5-7 Years Underwriting Experience Experience in underwriting wholesale general liability, umbrella and excess business Construction underwriting experience preferred. Insurance related business acumen High level of product knowledge including: Exposure analysis Form & coverages Rating principles and mechanics Negotiation & presentation skills Knowledge of wholesale casualty insurance industry Proven broker relations & customer management skill set Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills with attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a team Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point About Us

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally. At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, age, and pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. Performance and qualifications are the only basis upon which we hire, assign, promote, compensate, develop and retain employees. Chubb prohibits all unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment. Job Info

Job Identification 28620 Job Schedule Full time Regular or Temporary Regular Job Category Underwriting Business Unit United States Legal Employer Westchester Fire Insurance Co.