What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Underwriter - Western World position at AIG?
Who we are
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security.
Get to know the business
– Western World
Western World has been providing commercial brokers with non-admitted insurance solutions for over a half century. Our experience in the contract bind property, casualty and garage segments combined with the capabilities of Lexington Insurance, enhances AIG’s ability to provide non-admitted solutions from Main Street to Wall Street. Western World is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
What you need to know:
Western World is looking for an experienced underwriter that is looking to work with a regional team. Responsibilities will include underwriting, maintaining and growing a book of business. You will help the team develop and maintain new and existing client/broker relationships. You will work the Northeast region and help grow the territory. There are opportunities for growth. This team has great business partners and solid relationships. You will handle a sizable book of business and will need to evaluate and prioritize submissions. Marketing and travel will be part of your duties as you will represent Western World and AIG at industry functions, conventions, and corporate events. As a senior underwriter, you will help assist in the training of support staff on the team and within the department. You will also assist with special projects and help with in-house education training.
What we’re looking for:
- Mid-level Commercial Insurance Company, Agency or Brokerage experience.
- 5 years of underwriting experience, Company or MGA or both
- Property and Casualty experience and Excess Liability experience a plus
- Preference will be given to those with candidates with professional designations, particularly CPCU and ARM
- Technical underwriting skills including ability to analyze exposures, coverages and contract language; develop adequate pricing on new and renewal accounts
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing with agents, internal staff, and management
- Able to travel independently on company’s behalf to market our products and services
- Ability to collaborate with others and thrive within a team environment.
Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters
At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of belonging
We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through our flexible work arrangements, diversity and inclusion learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The diversity of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.
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UW - UnderwritingEstimated Travel Percentage (%): Up to 25%Relocation Provided: NoWestern World Insurance Company
