💼 About Ascot Group
Ascot Group is a leading global specialty risk underwriting organization, committed to a modern approach and a shared mission: One Ascot. We thrive on collaboration, inclusion, and an entrepreneurial spirit, always seeking to improve—that’s The Ascot Way.
Our teams leverage a Fusion Model—Client Centric, Risk Centric, Technology Centric—to deploy capital creatively across our interconnected platforms. We're dedicated to safeguarding our clients' financial security through bespoke products and exceptional service.
🎯 The Role
We're searching for a seasoned and growth-minded Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. You'll play a pivotal role in growing and maintaining a profitable book of business, fostering strong relationships with wholesale brokers, and delivering coverage solutions that meet our clients' needs.
💪 What You'll Do
- Cultivate and nurture relationships with wholesale brokers to market and sell Ascot's products.
- Underwrite and negotiate complex customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability.
- Work independently and within delegated underwriting authority, making referrals as needed.
- Collaborate with colleagues and internal partners across different areas to identify opportunities for cross-selling, contribute to product development, and enhance operational excellence.
- Provide outstanding service to brokers and clients, consistently engaging with trading partners.
- Stay updated on competitive landscapes, underwriting environments, and market conditions, sharing insights with your team and leaders.
- Take on other duties as assigned.
🔎 What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
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At least 5 years of underwriting experience within the P&C insurance industry, with a focus on General Liability and Excess Liability preferred.
- A deep understanding of insurance products, regulations, and the insurance industry.
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
- Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A positive and self-motivated attitude, paired with strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
- Robust technical, analytical, and quantitative capabilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to successfully navigate challenging negotiations with agents and brokers.
- A solution-oriented approach and a strong relationship management skillset, adept at working with both internal and external stakeholders and customers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- ASLI, CPCU, ARM, or other relevant professional certifications are a plus but not required.
- Willingness to travel 10-15% of the time.
💰 Compensation
The base pay for this role can vary depending on experience, skills, and expertise. In addition to the base salary, Ascot offers a comprehensive compensation package that may include an annual cash bonus, long-term incentives, and other forms of discretionary compensation.
🎁 Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
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Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, AD&D, Work/Life Resources, and more.
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Leave Benefits: Paid holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and other leaves (Bereavement, FMLA, Adoption, Maternity, Military, etc.).
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Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Savings Plan.
Job Category: Insurance
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Note: This position may be filled at a different level, depending on experience.