Renewal Underwriter – Casualty E&S

Paragon Insurance Holdings

Renewal Underwriter managing Excess & Surplus lines casualty portfolio at Paragon Insurance Holdings. Evaluating risks and underwriting renewal submissions for profitable growth objectives.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting Excess & Surplus Lines casualty, with a strong focus on risk analysis, pricing strategies, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to build relationships with brokers and internal teams while effectively managing renewal submissions.

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Underwriting ExperienceExcess & Surplus LinesRisk EvaluationAnalytical SkillsBroker Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingRisk AnalysisPricing StrategiesLoss History AnalysisPolicy Terms Evaluation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingDecision-Making

Industry Keywords

E&S CasualtyRenewal ManagementUnderwriting GuidelinesPortfolio ObjectivesRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Underwrite and manage renewal submissions for E&S casualty business, including primary general liability and excess casualty.
Analyze risk exposures, loss history, financials, and policy terms to make sound underwriting decisions.
Price renewals in accordance with underwriting guidelines, authority levels, and portfolio objectives.
Drive retention while maintaining underwriting discipline and profitability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with wholesale brokers, MGAs, and internal stakeholders.
Communicate underwriting decisions, coverage terms, and appetite clearly and professionally.
Ensure underwriting files are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with Claims, Actuarial, and other internal teams to monitor portfolio performance and trends.
Stay informed on E&S casualty market conditions, pricing trends, and emerging risks.

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of underwriting experience in Excess & Surplus Lines casualty.
Experience underwriting both primary and excess casualty preferred.
Strong analytical, pricing, and risk evaluation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to manage renewals and broker relationships effectively.
Ability to make independent underwriting decisions within delegated authority.

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health care coverage
401k plan
tuition reimbursement