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Underwrite new and renewal umbrella and excess casualty business for complex commercial accounts within delegated authority. Assess risk and account opportunities, negotiate terms, develop broker and client relationships, and support profitable growth. The role is based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule and regular in-office and marketplace presence. Responsibilities Identify new and renewal account opportunities and manage a qualified target-account pipeline. Assess accounts and align risks with underwriting appetite and business objectives. Meet with agents, brokers and clients to discuss opportunities and underwriting decisions. Negotiate terms and conditions and close business. Cross-sell other insurance lines and participate in sales meetings for assigned brokers or territories. Calculate target prices and update underwriting systems with visit and account details. Required Skills Commercial underwriting Umbrella and excess casualty underwriting Risk assessment Account qualification New and renewal business underwriting Pricing and target-price calculation Underwriting tools Terms and conditions negotiation Broker and client relationship management Microsoft Office