Underwriter/Sr. Underwriter, Public D&O

Allied World is looking for an experienced Public Directors & Officers underwriter to join our team in our Houston office. Responsible for underwriting a complex book of business, employing the methods necessary to meet projected profitability, GWP, and expense goals, management and growth of the overall portfolio of business, implementing proper underwriting discipline/guidelines, marketing and servicing of existing and potential clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Compliance with underwriting guidelines, systems and procedures

· General underwriting functions including underwriting submission review, pricing analysis, setting of terms and conditions, and quote/binder/invoice authorizations

· Seek input from Actuarial Department to set process specific accounts when appropriate

· Liaise with Claims Department on any specific claims activity and overall market claims concerns, which could potentially affect profitability

· Consistent with Internal Audit department procedures, achieve compliance with all underwriting and administrative guidelines

· Marketing – attend client/broker meetings, lunches, dinners and other social outings as applicable. Meet with key brokers regularly to discuss production, service and other topics related to division operations

· Follow treaty and facultative reinsurance protocols as required

· Stay current with respect to major industry issues and developments

· Provide specific reports as needed by senior staff

· Other duties as assigned