Title:

AVP, Underwriter -Energy Excess Casualty - Houston

Company:

Everest Insurance Company

Job Category:

Underwriting

Job Description:

About Everest:

Everest is a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, operating for nearly 50 years through subsidiaries in the Europe, Bermuda, Canada, Singapore, US, and other territories. Our strengths include extensive product and distribution capabilities, a strong balance sheet, and an innovative culture. Throughout our history, Everest has maintained its discipline and focuses on creating long-term value through underwriting excellence and strong risk and capital management. But the most critical asset in this organization is our people. 

At Everest, we are committed to the development of our people. We offer dynamic training & professional development to our employees. You will benefit from career development and learning opportunities that will let you set career goals and fulfill them, including:

•          Generous tuition/continuing education reimbursement

•          Mentoring opportunities

•          Flexible work arrangements

•          Talent development initiatives

•          Networking groups

About the Role:

The Energy Excess Casualty of Everest Insurance is looking for an Assistant Vice President Underwriter - Energy Excess Casualty to join our Houston location.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities for the position include new and renewal business underwriting of Energy and Energy related accounts;

Maintaining and enhancing portfolio profitability through pricing discipline, risk selection, exposure analysis and portfolio management;

Developing and maintaining relationships with brokers to facilitate new and renewal business;

Adhering to underwriting guidelines and protocols;

Driving top-notch service and collaboration with other products lines to provide full product support to Everest clients;

Travel is required to visit brokers, conferences, site visits, etc.

Work Experience & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or above and/or insurance certifications;

A minimum of 10 years of experience in underwriting energy excess casualty;

Strong producer following in retail and wholesale distribution channels;

Demonstrated ability to generate profitable new business;

Strong relationship management skills;

Excellent analytical, communication, and computer skills;

Ability to successfully complete multiple tasks concurrently within a fast-paced, team-oriented, working environment;

Customer-oriented approach.

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

 

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. 

Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.  

 

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. 

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Houston, TX

Additional Locations:

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.

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