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About the role

This is a half-country manager role, Leading our teams of E&S specialty Underwriters in the Midwest, South Central and Western Zone, to set strategy, to drive broker engagement and ensure the profitable growth of this critical portfolio

What you need to know:

+ Working in collaboration with the Head of Casualty; set and determine portfolio strategies for all applicable classes of E&S Casualty to ensure we achieve our desired profitability margin, whilst building product that creates value for our core Wholesale brokers

+ Develop talent acquisition strategy to ensure the best talent is in place to underwrite risks within your territories.

+ Develop and maintain deep relationships with Senior Wholesale Casualty broker leaders at our Tier 1 and Tier 2 broker partners

+ Through your relationship influence with our Wholesalers, drive in-appetite submission volumes to support growth goals and efficient conversion ratios

+ Collaborate with our Casualty CUO office and claims leadership on appetite parameters, expanding and adjusting as necessary.

+ Work in constant coordination and collaboration with the other Lex Casualty underwriting manager to support Lexington’s broader priorities

+ Participate in critical industry events and conferences including thought leadership engagements as required.

What we’re looking for:

+ Minimum 12+ years' experience in Commercial Casualty E&S underwriting.

+ The candidate must have the ability to underwrite Casualty risks across the spectrum of E&S Casualty business while setting direction for your team and maintaining a balanced portfolio across both primary and excess placements.

+ Position requires ability to underwrite 100%, primary/shared and layered, and excess structures.

+ A strong understanding of current market conditions, ability to quickly make decisions and turn around quotes and manage multiple prospects at one time are essential.

+ Strong leadership skills to include career development of direct reports and other subordinates through continual coaching and mentoring

+ As a member of the senior leadership within Lexington, take on responsibilities beyond everyday management and underwriting, including mentoring, collaboration across business divisions and driving a diverse and inclusive culture.

+ Must be able to work with regional Casualty leadership in order to continue to build a nationally renowned team and culture for Lexington.

+ Post-graduate education helpful, either through formal university setting or industry-recognized certifications

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

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 inclusion

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 learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent 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 [email protected].

Functional Area:

UW - Underwriting

Lexington Specialty Insurance Agency, Inc.