Senior E&S Commercial Casualty Underwriter | Remote

Our client, an A+ rated Commercial Lines P&C Insurance Company, is seeking to bring on an experienced Senior E&S Commercial Casualty Underwriter as part of its continued growth through the Midwest region. This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of Commercial Casualty business, including both new opportunities and renewal accounts, within the Excess & Surplus (E&S) segment. The individual will work in close partnership with distribution partners to expand business volume, maintain account retention, and ensure strong underwriting performance throughout the Minnesota region. This is a fully remote position including a company-issued vehicle!

Key Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate and structure E&S casualty submissions, establishing appropriate pricing, terms, and coverage based on risk characteristics.
• Examine financials, loss history, and exposure details to determine risk quality and alignment with underwriting guidelines.
• Build and sustain productive relationships with brokers and agency partners to drive consistent deal flow.
• Support the retention of existing accounts while actively pursuing new production opportunities.
• Manage a designated territory with a focus on achieving premium growth and maintaining favorable loss experience.
• Track marketplace shifts and emerging trends to identify areas for strategic business development.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of underwriting experience within commercial casualty lines, preferably in the E&S marketplace.
• Experience in a role with production responsibilities or broker-facing territory management.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to assess risk and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Effective communicator with a relationship-focused approach to working with external partners.
• Undergraduate degree preferred.

Compensation/Benefits

• Salary range of $130,000 - $170,000+ (depending on experience) plus 10-25% annual bonus potential.
• Company vehicle included as part of the compensation package.
• Remote work setup with flexible scheduling options.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid leave program.