Senior Lead Underwriter

Unique opportunity to be a key part of building a profitable Media and Entertainment Liability insurance book of business within ANV Global Services.

ANV Global Services (www.anv.eu.com), part of AmTrust Group (www.amtrustgroup.com) underwrites as a Global MGU with centres in Europe, London and the USA.

We are currently looking for a Senior Underwriter/VP of Media and Entertainment Liability to join the team.

Main scope of role:

Underwrite, market and manage new and renewal Media and Film Liability (and other products as developed) in cooperation with the SVP of ANV Media

Partner with the SVP of ANV Media to launch the Media and Entertainment Liability Product.
• Produce, develop and underwrite Media and Film business from wholesale brokers nationwide.
• Prioritize and underwrite new and renewal submissions.
• Maintain a high level of customer service.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of new and existing wholesale broker relationships.
• Promote the growth and strong reputation of ANV Global Services / AmTrust Group.
• Ability to understand and execute to strategic priorities, including pricing and rate strategy, underwriting appetite, limit management, agent strategy and mix of business.
• Underwrite business in accordance with ANV's policies / procedures, Media and Film Liability Business Plan, Underwriting Guidelines and Authority Statement once granted in maintaining high underwriting standards and discipline including adequate pricing, analysis and retention to ensure delivery of profitable results.
• Travel to broker and client meetings and events as assigned.
• Cross-sell other Financial Lines insurance products as necessary.
• Other related duties as deemed necessary and assigned.

• Skills and experience required:

• Minimum 5 years of underwriting or broking experience with some or all Professional Liability including Media and Film
• Experience in Surplus Lines/non-admitted market a plus.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of the Media and Film external market and demonstrated marketing and business development experience within the wholesale distribution channel.
• PC Literate with emphasis on Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent internal and external communication, interpersonal and listening skills.
• Must be a team player who enjoys a fast paced business and entrepreneurial environment.
• Existing agent/broker license in P&C or take P&C and Surplus Lines Producer Examinations in home state.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.