Underwriter

Kettle is a fast growing Managing General Agency (MGA) specializing in wildfire insurance combining advanced underwriting technology with deep industry experience. We are seeking an Underwriter to join our team and grow their career in property underwriting.  This role will report directly to the Senior Underwriter and require expertise in performing underwriting activities for E&S property risks along with developing strong broker relationships.

Primary Responsibilities

• Underwriting commercial property risks under the guidance of senior underwriters.
• Responsibility for maintaining a profitable book of E&S property business
• Develop and maintain relationships with wholesale brokers
• Ability to apply underwriting controls, policies, and guidelines.
• Conduct research on property E&S market dynamics, trends, and competitive landscape.
• Support the implementation of new policy administration and underwriting workbench platforms.
• Up to 5% travel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 2-4 years of experience in E&S property underwriting (Ground up, primary and loss limit) along with wildfire exposures
• Licensed in surplus lines in the Western US required, all 50 states preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Be part of a mission-driven company tackling real-world challenges.
• Work with a passionate and innovative team in a collaborative environment.
• Opportunity to learn and grow in a dynamic industry with cutting-edge wildfire risk modeling.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including remote work.
• Salary range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000
• This position is eligible for stock options (subject to board approval)

Our Kettle Inc. ("Kettle") is an equal opportunity employer. Kettle provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.