Excess & Surplus Lines Production Underwriter/Broker

About Ck Specialty Insurance Associates

Ck Specialty Insurance Associates is a rapidly growing, independently owned wholesale insurance brokerage committed to providing innovative and customized insurance solutions to retail agents and brokers across the country. Founded with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Ck Specialty was built on the foundation of speed, service, and partnership with our retail agents. Traits that remain at the core of everything we do.

Since our inception in 1998, we have grown into a respected name in the Excess & Surplus (E&S) marketplace. We focus on a wide range of commercial and personal lines, offering access to top-rated carriers and niche products that meet the unique needs of today’s insurance buyers.

At Ck Specialty, we operate with a 120% mentality; always going above and beyond in how we serve our clients, partners, and each other. We value precision, reliability, organization, and speed, which is why our team lives by the acronym PROS. We’re a company for self-starters, problem-solvers, and professionals who want to be part of something fast-moving and impactful.

Why Join Ck Specialty?

• Supportive, high-energy team culture
• Room for growth and career development in a fast-scaling company
• Strong leadership that invests in training and development
• A voice at the table - your ideas matter here

Whether you’re new to the insurance industry or bringing years of experience, Ck Specialty is a place where your contributions can make a real difference. We're proud of our track record, but even more excited about what's ahead.

What You'll be Doing

Ck Specialty is a managing general agent and surplus lines broker specializing in hard-to-insure businesses and homes. We are a fast-growing organization seeking a licensed, sales-driven Production Underwriter/Broker to join our expanding team.

This position is ideal for licensed insurance producers looking to build a highly profitable book of business with uncapped earning potential. The role offers the financial independence and flexibility to work from anywhere while gaining access to top-tier carriers and exclusive markets. If you excel in business development, relationship management, and revenue growth, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: This role is for individuals who have managed a production role with marketing and relationship building responsibilities. This is not a desk underwriter role.

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and client outreach.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with retail agents and carrier partners.
• Actively cross-sell and upsell insurance products to maximize revenue potential

Underwriting & Risk Analysis

• Analyze, underwrite, and price risks of varying complexity, ensuring profitability and compliance.
• Provide competitive terms and creative coverage solutions tailored to client needs.
• Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing with carriers to secure optimal coverage for clients.

Client & Account Management

• Maintain and grow a profitable book of business by building lasting client relationships.
• Respond promptly to customer needs, resolving issues efficiently and professionally.

Market & Industry Engagement

• Stay informed on market trends, industry regulations, and emerging risk solutions.
• Leverage industry insights and underwriting expertise to advise clients on the best coverage options.

… and above all.. have fun while creating a career that will keeping rewarding you over and over!

Requirements

• Active Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance License.
• Prior experience in insurance production, underwriting, and/or brokering (excess & surplus lines preferred).
• Proven track record of sales success, meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills to assess and price risks effectively.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation abilities.
• Self-motivated with a 120% mentality to grow and maintain a profitable book of business.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• High school diploma required.

Preferred:

• Existing book of business or strong industry connections.
• Experience working in a remote and autonomous environment.

Additional Benefits

• CK Specialty covers 100% of employee-only premiums for select medical, dental, and vision plan options.
• Fully remote work environment.
• No-cost membership for One Medical virtual primary care for all dependents for select plan options.
• 12 complimentary virtual therapy sessions and unlimited messaging support through Talkspace.
• Discounts on family planning and fertility services through Kindbody for select plan options.
• Salary and Bonus determined on existing experience and relationship with clients.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This is a full-time remote position operating on Pacific Time business hours (8:30 AM – 5:30 PM PT). Are you available to work this schedule consistently?
• At this time, CK Specialty is unable to hire employees who reside in New York. Are you currently located outside of New York?

Work Location: Remote