Sobre este puesto de Underwriter - Excess Casualty - Remote en Paragon Insurance Holdings
Why Paragon? In 2014, Paragon was incepted in a Starbucks coffee shop with a simple strategy — build the MGA that we would want to work for. Years later, Paragon is one of the fastest growing MGAs in the country. Our secret? A dedication to diversity and agility. We realized from the start that a commitment to thinking, acting, and rewarding “different” would resonate within the industry. It is hard to argue with results, and the results are clear. Our diverse team of talent is reshaping an industry that has weathered “boring” and is long overdue on “different.” Whether it comes by offering better pay, benefits or growth opportunities, we will continue to aggressively invest in talent to drive our business forward. Change is here, come be a part of it with us.
Unsupported Excess Casualty Underwriter
Paragon Excess and Surplus offers Excess Liability coverage to North American based Insureds with limited distribution to the wholesale brokerage market. Underwriting teams are based throughout the United States. Coverage is written on an occurrence, claims-made or occurrence reported basis. Our broad range of appetite includes clients in manufacturing, retail, construction, hospitality, products and many more.
This role will work Remotely
Responsibilities:
- Handling an existing portfolio of E&S Casualty business, meeting growth goals and ensuring profitability for the region.
- Creating visibility in the assigned territory by communicating underwriting appetite and generating new opportunities by building and maintaining strong broker relationships.
- Working independently, you will be granted underwriting authority based on experience level.
- Cultivating key broker relationships in the regions to maintain a steady stream of business within our underwriting appetite.
- Providing clients with a service that supports the positive image of the company.
- Cross-marketing with other Paragon lines; meeting with brokers and insureds as required.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- 3 - 5 years of E&S Casualty Underwriting experience preferred.
- Strong existing marketing relationships within their assigned territory with experience in production underwriting role.
- Possess in-depth underwriting expertise across general classes, and able to handle complex accounts.
- Self-starter who is organized and able to work independently as well as collaboratively as needed.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong insured and broker contacts.
- Strong Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and presentation skills and willingness to mentor others.
- Travel is estimated at 25%.
The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. Discretionary incentive compensation may be awarded. Jencap also offers a range of benefits and programs, based on eligibility, which currently include but are not limited to; comprehensive health care coverage, a 401k plan, and tuition reimbursement. Jencap is an emerging and rapidly growing leader in the industry and as such, we approach talent acquisition as an opportunity to identify the best talent. Therefore, the level of the role and compensation may vary depending upon the best available candidate.
Ready to have your voice heard, your talents properly utilized and to become a valued part of a rapidly growing organization? You’re in the right place.
Paragon is a dynamic, bold, and tenacious company. Join us as we continue to chart new paths, open doors and grow together.
Paragon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or familial status, disability status, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard, as we believe that that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.
