20 director underwriting jobs found in Scottsdale, AZ

Overview AmTrust E&S Insurance Services, a member of the AmTrust group of companies, is searching for an experienced and knowledgeable Underwriting Manager to manage and lead a group of underwriters and assistants for our Specialty Casualty Unit.   This individual will oversee activities of our E&S Primary Casualty and Supported Excess Products within designated region.  Provides supervision for a group of underwriters who review, analyze, and price insurance coverage for commercial insureds. Analyze various rate plans utilizing claims history, risk characteristics and tailor coverage appropriately based on company guidelines.  Gather competitor information, develop, and maintain relationships with wholesale brokers, and develop tools to grow department and underwriting profitability.  May require a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty or requires equivalent work experience. Familiar with a variety of E&S concepts, practices, and procedures....

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, check out our Candidate Guide . Leads and directs an underwriting group and is accountable for business results through overall management, profitability, and business development of a book of business for Surety. In conjunction with senior management, works within the highest limits of authority. Has regional, industry segment or company-wide scope of responsibility. JOB DESCRIPTION: **This position will sit in the Scottsdale, AZ...

Company Details     Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, and Professional Liability.  We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve.       Responsibilities The Director, Distribution Operations & Sales Enablement may be located on site in Scottsdale, AZ, Chicago, IL or across remote western US locations and supports Vela’s distribution and broker engagement efforts by combining strong operational execution with a highly personable, sales‑oriented approach.   This role plays a key part in supporting broker relationships, coordinating sales enablement initiatives, and representing Vela at industry events and conferences.   The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, organized, and...

Company Details Vela Insurance Services Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, & Professional Liability. We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve.   The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Responsibilities The Product Development Director supports the VP of Underwriting in leading the development, enhancement, and governance of Vela’s products. This role manages the product portfolio, oversees form and endorsement development, and ensures product alignment with underwriting strategy and market needs while partnering closely with Segment Leaders and underwriting teams.   • Manage the product library and ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility for underwriting...

Overview The Underwriter administers the underwriting and servicing of renewal accounts for brokers and producers assigned within the territory in compliance with company underwriting, authority, and pricing standards upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization. Responsibilities Researches and develops new classes of business as directed.  Researches market trends and competition.  Assesses market viability, suggest form wording on endorsements and exclusions and supports rate changes based on global strategy.   Reviews individual risks with assigned brokers and either declines or accepts business based upon information necessary to make the decision.  Analyzes, with the highest level of technical expertise and accuracy, exposures to loss, develops an adequate premium charge for the exposure, determine endorsements and exclusions to address loss exposures for the insurance contract, including developing manuscript...

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. This role will be in our Contract+ unit. The ideal candidate will have brokerage casualty (GL) underwriting experience in the Excess & Surplus (non-admitted) line of business. This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. #LI-CL1 #LI-Remote Job Description Summary Are you a critical thinker who can analyze complex risk and find insurance solutions that...

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. This role will be in our Contract+ unit. The ideal candidate will have brokerage casualty (GL) underwriting experience in the Excess & Surplus (non-admitted) line of business. This role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. #LI-CL1 #LI-Remote Job Description Summary Are you a critical thinker who can analyze complex risk and find insurance solutions that...

Account Executive The Account Executive (AE) will provide professional, courteous account management and brokering services to assigned clients, having the primary responsibility for account retention. Working alongside cognizant Producers (aka “Client Executives / Sales”) as assigned, the AE shall be principally responsible for overseeing management of assigned accounts, including redundant interface with appropriate decision makers, proactive consultation, benefits strategy design, carrier interface/marketing, coordination of resources, relevant collaboration with colleagues throughout HUB, and negotiation of coverage terms and conditions. The AE will interface with Account Representatives directly for assigned accounts, involving assigned individuals appropriately in service-related activities in support of clients. In general, issues related to coverage applicability, exposure evaluation, contractual requirements, and program design fall within the domain of the AE....

Company Details     Berkley Aspire is passionate about making excess and surplus lines business easy to transact.  We differentiate ourselves by continually innovating to bring market-leading technology and services to our agents and their clients.    From direct bill with installments, to not requiring renewal applications for 80% of our small business policies, we focus on making it easy, expeditious, and efficient for agents and consumers.   Berkley Aspire writes from small, minimum premium, policies to accounts over six figures.  We offer General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states.   Benefit Highlights • Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Our onsite Scottsdale, AZ Wellness Center and companywide Employee Assistance Program are free to employees and are here to support your overall well-being. Our flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day means you...

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to act as a resource and serve as an integral member of the underwriting team able to overcome obstacles in the workload and meet timelines by fulfilling basic underwriting support responsibilities. This position will handle day-to- day client servicing including managing workflow and reinforcing the ease of doing business with Markel by meeting or exceeding agents/brokers expectations and providing quality service on a consistent basis. Job Responsibilities...

Overview Senior Underwriter – AmTrust E&S Insurance Services. This underwriting position is designed for an individual with a minimum of seven (7) years of E&S (excess & surplus lines experience) writing medium to high hazard general liability insurance. Knowledge of ISO coverage forms. Individual account underwriting is required for hazard analysis, rating, pricing, and form selection. In addition, knowledge of industry standard company forms is required to properly underwrite risk.   With this opportunity, you will underwrite and manage a portfolio of hard to place liability risks with tougher exposures considered unique or challenging in accordance with AmTrust E&S guidelines, strategy and profitability standards. The person in this position is responsible for new business development, risk analysis and assessment, coverage evaluation, pricing and contract negotiation in order to maintain and develop a profitable portfolio of non-admitted...

Crum & Forster Company Overview Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+" (Superior) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry. Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2025 Great Place to Work ® Award for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion. C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization.  For more information about Crum & Forster, please...

  When someone needs insurance coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Our Associate Underwriters directly service a book of business under the supervision of an Underwriter, offering the opportunity to learn the specialty insurance business and career advancements into an Underwriter role. Interested? Join our team!    Responsibilities Service a book of business under the direct supervision of an underwriter Log applications, prepare binders, and process policies and endorsements Bind risk, post the invoice and process technical data Screen renewal applications and send out renewal letters; perform some of the underwriting and prepare quotes for underwriter approval Assist with new business development Order and follow up on inspections and handle endorsement requests and referrals for the underwriter Manage relationships with retail agents and follow up on any...

About the Role The Southwest Regional Executive (RE) is a senior market leader and a key member of PURE’s leadership team, responsible for driving growth, market presence, and member experience across the Southwest Region (Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah). Reporting to the Western Zone Executive, the RE leads PURE’s Sales & Distribution strategy in the region, with accountability for delivering sustained, profitable growth while strengthening PURE’s position as the carrier of choice for high net worth (HNW) individuals and the brokers who serve them. This role extends beyond sales leadership. The RE operates as PURE’s executive presence in the market—shaping regional strategy, influencing enterprise priorities, and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for members and partners. Success requires balancing disciplined execution with strategic insight and pairing strong external orientation with the ability to mobilize...

Company Details   As an elite Excess and Surplus Lines market, Nautilus Insurance Group offers commercial property and casualty insurance solutions to appointed wholesale surplus lines producers countrywide. We have specialized in providing these solutions for more than 35 years.   We have more flexible policy terms and premium rates on a non-admitted basis. Our focus is small to medium Property and Casualty risks on both an admitted and a non-admitted basis.   Our offerings are distributed through partnerships with appointed wholesale surplus lines producers. Our relationships are defined by mutual success, speed to market, customer-centric focus and an expanded appetite.   Coverage placed by Nautilus Insurance Group is provided by Nautilus Insurance Company and Great Divide Insurance Company, both W. R. Berkley Corporation members with A.M. Best (Superior) A+ XV ratings.   Benefit Highlights :  Paid Parental Leave! At...

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to act as a resource and serve as an integral member of the underwriting team able to overcome obstacles in the workload and meet timelines by fulfilling basic underwriting support responsibilities. This position will handle day-to- day client servicing including managing workflow and reinforcing the ease of doing business with Markel by meeting or exceeding agents/brokers expectations and providing quality service on a consistent basis. Job Responsibilities...

About HUB In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the world’s largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to providing our customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected — through unrelenting advocacy and tailored insurance solutions that put our clients in control. Our growing team of professionals across North America represents a broad, deep and one-of-a kind aggregation of entrepreneurs and leaders recognized for their excellence throughout the insurance community. Why Choose HUB? Throughout our network of more than 600 HUB offices in North America, we offer a competitive, exciting, and friendly work environment that strategically positions our employees for longevity and success. At HUB, we believe in investing in the future of our employees and provide continuous opportunities for growth and development . Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment that...

Overview Senior Underwriter – AmTrust E&S Insurance Services. This underwriting position is designed for an individual with a minimum of seven (7) years of E&S (excess & surplus lines experience) writing medium to high hazard excess liability insurance. Knowledge of ISO coverage forms. Individual account underwriting is required for hazard analysis, rating, pricing, and form selection. In addition, knowledge of industry standard company forms is required to properly underwrite risk. With this opportunity, you will underwrite and manage a portfolio of hard to place liability risks with tougher exposures considered unique or challenging in accordance with AmTrust E&S guidelines, strategy and profitability standards. The person in this position is responsible for new business development, risk analysis and assessment, coverage evaluation, pricing and contract negotiation in order to maintain and develop a profitable portfolio of non-admitted...

Company Details     As an elite Excess and Surplus Lines market, Nautilus Insurance Group offers commercial property and casualty insurance solutions to appointed wholesale surplus lines producers countrywide. We have specialized in providing these solutions for more than 35 years.   We have more flexible policy terms and premium rates on a non-admitted basis. Our focus is small to medium Property and Casualty risks on both an admitted and a non-admitted basis.   Our offerings are distributed through partnerships with appointed wholesale surplus lines producers. Our relationships are defined by mutual success, speed to market, customer-centric focus and an expanded appetite.   Coverage placed by Nautilus Insurance Group is provided by Nautilus Insurance Company and Great Divide Insurance Company, both W. R. Berkley Corporation members with A.M. Best (Superior) A+ XV ratings.   Benefit Highlights: Paid Parental Leave! At Nautilus,...

Position Summary:   The Inside Sales Specialist is responsible for selling commercial insurance products, primarily professional liability, to inbound, pre-qualified prospects. This role involves gathering client needs, matching them with appropriate insurance solutions, performing frontline underwriting, and supporting clients through the application and proposal process. The position also includes cross-selling ancillary lines of coverage to existing clients and assisting with servicing needs when required. This is primarily an in-office role focused on professional liability, business package, auto liability, and other small to mid-size commercial accounts. The ideal candidate is personable, sales-driven, detail-oriented, and exceptionally organized. This position offers strong career growth, ongoing training, and professional development. Limited travel may be required as responsibilities expand. Essential Tasks: Respond promptly and professionally to client...