Broker Specialist/E&S Underwriting - Manufacturing & Products Liability
Company Details
Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, & Professional Liability. We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve.
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Responsibilities
Broker Specialist – E&S Underwriting - Manufacturing & Products Liability Focus
Position Summary
The Broker Specialist serves as the primary new business underwriter and relationship manager for a designated market segment, with a focus on Manufacturing and Products Liability risks. This is a forward-facing, production-driven role responsible for developing and maintaining strong wholesale broker partnerships, driving new business growth, and supporting renewal retention.
This individual combines underwriting discipline with strong sales acumen to deliver tailored insurance solutions, achieve production goals, and contribute to overall portfolio profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Underwriting & Production
Serve as the lead underwriter for new business opportunities within the assigned market segment
Evaluate risk, determine pricing, and structure competitive and profitable coverage solutions
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing directly with broker partners
Maintain a robust pipeline to meet or exceed new business production targets
Monitor rate adequacy and ensure alignment with underwriting guidelines and profitability benchmarks
Contribute insights toward portfolio management strategies
Broker Relationship Management
Develop and execute broker engagement strategies to build long-term, productive partnerships
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned wholesale brokers
Provide timely, responsive service and strategic underwriting guidance
Conduct regular in-person and virtual broker visits to strengthen relationships and drive submissions
Represent the company at industry events, broker meetings, and conferences
Collaboration & Execution
Partner with internal underwriting, actuarial, and support teams to deliver competitive quotes and solutions
Support renewal retention efforts across assigned broker accounts
Provide market feedback to inform underwriting strategy and product development
Recommend enhancements to underwriting guidelines and product offerings based on emerging trends
Operational Excellence
Maintain accurate, complete documentation in underwriting systems
Leverage technology, including AI-enabled tools, to drive efficiency and productivity
Adhere to established productivity standards and performance metrics
Monitor market trends, competitive positioning, and broker feedback
What Success Looks Like
Achievement of production and profitability targets
Strong, durable broker relationships generating consistent submission flow
High-quality underwriting decisions with disciplined pricing
Meaningful contributions to portfolio performance and product evolution
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field preferred
3–5+ years of experience in E&S underwriting or broker-facing insurance sales
Demonstrated success in new business production and broker relationship management
Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
In-depth knowledge of E&S market dynamics and wholesale distribution channels
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Proficiency in underwriting systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Requirements
Willingness and ability to travel regularly for broker engagement and marketing visits
Consistent, reliable attendance and professional presence
Additional Company Details
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include: • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following market segments: Construction, Specialty Casualty, & Professional Liability. We offer national service and local knowledge to our exclusive wholesale broker network and the businesses they serve.
LI #Remote
LI #Remote
Responsibilities
Broker Specialist – E&S Underwriting - Manufacturing & Products Liability Focus
Position Summary
The Broker Specialist serves as the primary new business underwriter and relationship manager for a designated market segment, with a focus on Manufacturing and Products Liability risks. This is a forward-facing, production-driven role responsible for developing and maintaining strong wholesale broker partnerships, driving new business growth, and supporting renewal retention.
This individual combines underwriting discipline with strong sales acumen to deliver tailored insurance solutions, achieve production goals, and contribute to overall portfolio profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Underwriting & Production
Serve as the lead underwriter for new business opportunities within the assigned market segment
Evaluate risk, determine pricing, and structure competitive and profitable coverage solutions
Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing directly with broker partners
Maintain a robust pipeline to meet or exceed new business production targets
Monitor rate adequacy and ensure alignment with underwriting guidelines and profitability benchmarks
Contribute insights toward portfolio management strategies
Broker Relationship Management
Develop and execute broker engagement strategies to build long-term, productive partnerships
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned wholesale brokers
Provide timely, responsive service and strategic underwriting guidance
Conduct regular in-person and virtual broker visits to strengthen relationships and drive submissions
Represent the company at industry events, broker meetings, and conferences
Collaboration & Execution
Partner with internal underwriting, actuarial, and support teams to deliver competitive quotes and solutions
Support renewal retention efforts across assigned broker accounts
Provide market feedback to inform underwriting strategy and product development
Recommend enhancements to underwriting guidelines and product offerings based on emerging trends
Operational Excellence
Maintain accurate, complete documentation in underwriting systems
Leverage technology, including AI-enabled tools, to drive efficiency and productivity
Adhere to established productivity standards and performance metrics
Monitor market trends, competitive positioning, and broker feedback
What Success Looks Like
Achievement of production and profitability targets
Strong, durable broker relationships generating consistent submission flow
High-quality underwriting decisions with disciplined pricing
Meaningful contributions to portfolio performance and product evolution
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field preferred
3–5+ years of experience in E&S underwriting or broker-facing insurance sales
Demonstrated success in new business production and broker relationship management
Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
In-depth knowledge of E&S market dynamics and wholesale distribution channels
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Proficiency in underwriting systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Additional Requirements
Willingness and ability to travel regularly for broker engagement and marketing visits
Consistent, reliable attendance and professional presence
Additional Company Details
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include: • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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