Senior E&S Underwriter

Description At FCCI, we focus on creating connections and building lasting relationships. Our people truly make the difference. Are you a dedicated team player who thrives in a diverse, innovative and upbeat culture? Do you have strong team working skills, possess technical excellence, have a desire for continuous learning and have compassion and respect for others? If so, FCCI Insurance Group is the company for you! We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Underwriter for our Surplus Lines division. In this role, the underwriter will determine individual risk for acceptability, pricing, coverage, terms and conditions, by developing, analyzing and evaluating information and exposures on risks of a increasing complex technical nature with a high level of authority. Additional responsibilities include: Researches and develops new classes of business as directed. Researches market trends and competition. Assesses market viability, suggest form wording on endorsements and exclusions and supports rate changes based on global strategy. Reviews individual risks submitted by assigned agents to determine acceptability within company guidelines. Analyzes exposures to loss, develops an adequate premium charge for the exposure, determines endorsements and exclusions to address loss exposures for the insurance contract, including developing manuscript wording appropriate to the risk. Achieves team/individual production and loss ratio goals with assigned agents / brokers through sound book management and marketing. Oversees or handles policy maintenance items and other mid-term requests, as well as conducting midterm policy audits. Travels to agent offices as required for training, marketing or production visits. Assists with development of marketing ideas and strategies. This role will can be located preferably in our Sarasota, FL corporate office or regional Glen Allen, VA location with a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office/2 remote). Will also consider other regional/office locations (Ridgeland, MS, Lawrenceville, GA, Richardson, TX, Carmel, IN) or remote within FCCI states. In exchange for your talents, FCCI offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package which includes: Flexible Work Environment Paid Family Leave Competitive PTO & Holidays Recognition & Bonus Programs Medical, Vision, Dental & Life Insurance Employee Referral Bonus Paid Volunteer Time 401(k) Match & Profit-Sharing The salary range for this position is $91,389-$140,737 annually. This salary range is an estimate and the actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Please apply via our website at www.fcci-group.com . Drug Free Workplace (*Pre-employment drug screen is conducted for all positions) Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Required * Bachelor’s degree; NOTE: Relevant, progressively responsible work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education. * Minimum of four years Excess & Surplus Lines casualty underwriting experience. * Demonstrated ability to effectively assess risks, price, and negotiate business in accordance with established guidelines. * Advanced knowledge of current market conditions, trends, competition, and new products / coverages being offered by competitors. * Thorough understanding of key exposures and portfolio pricing techniques. * Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and organizational skills. * Ability to analyze, define and solve problems; the use of good judgment and decision-making. * Advanced ability to determine customer needs, provide solutions and price business appropriately. * Valid Drivers' License.