VP, E&S Property

Selby Jennings Ltd
  • Cook County, IL
    16 days ago

    Job Description

    About the Opportunity

    We're partnering with a fast-growing Managing General Agent (MGA) seeking a Vice President of E&S Property to lead and expand its Excess & Surplus property portfolio. This is a high-impact leadership role for a seasoned underwriting professional who combines deep technical expertise with a strong track record of team leadership and business development.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead underwriting strategy and execution for the E&S Property book of business
    • Manage and mentor a team of underwriters; drive performance and development
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with wholesale brokers and key distribution partners
    • Evaluate, price, and structure complex property risks across a broad spectrum of industries
    • Drive profitable growth through disciplined underwriting and portfolio management
    • Collaborate with executive leadership on product development, appetite expansion, and market strategy
    • Monitor market trends, CAT exposure, and portfolio performance to optimize results

    Qualifications

    • 7+ years of E&S Property underwriting experience (10+ preferred)
    • Proven experience in a people leadership or management role
    • Strong understanding of E&S market dynamics, pricing, and risk selection
    • Established broker relationships within the Southeast region
    • Demonstrated ability to build and scale a profitable book of business
    • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
    • Bachelor's degree required; CPCU or similar designations a plus

    What Makes This Role Unique

    • Opportunity to shape underwriting strategy and influence company growth
    • Backed by strong capital partners with an entrepreneurial environment
    • Competitive compensation package including base, bonus, and long-term incentives
    • Flexible work environment with regional focus in the Southeast

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCook County, IL

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Brokerageunmatched
    • Business Developmentunmatched
    • Business Strategyunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Distribution Channelunmatched
    • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
    • Investment Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Marketing Strategyunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Mortgage Lendingunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Riskunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Underwritingunmatched
    • Wholesale Industryunmatched

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