Underwriting Specialist
Company: Private Client Select Insurance Services LLC
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Company Overview :
About Private Client Select Insurance Services, LLC (PCS): PCS is
one of the largest high net worth managing general underwriters in
the market today. With a sole focus on families with $5m or more in
assets, PCS provides complex insurance policies for individuals
with complex needs. Private Client Select offers property and
casualty personal insurance solutions and risk management services
that meet the unique and complex needs of High-Net-Worth clients.
We understand their passions and are committed to preserving the
life that they have built. PCS employs approximately four hundred
staff members. The company has offices in New York, NY, St.
Petersburg, FL, and Schaumburg, IL. PCS has a geographically
diverse workforce and supports hybrid and remote business-based
flexibility. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and
motivated Underwriting Specialist to join our team. This role
offers an exciting opportunity to underwrite large and complex
personal lines risks across a national footprint. It is ideal for
underwriting professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments
and are energized by impactful underwriting challenges. The
Underwriting Specialist will serve as the primary point of contact
for a dedicated book of business, including both new and renewal
accounts. In this strategically important role, you will
collaborate closely with internal teams and broker partners to
deliver exceptional underwriting outcomes. Job Responsibilities:
Market and underwrite a book of large and complex personal lines
risks. Build and maintain strong working relationships with
internal and external business partners. Meet renewal retention
goals through strong negotiation and communication skills,
including occasional in-person meetings with brokers, clients, and
centers of influence. Identify new business and cross-sell
opportunities by cultivating relationships with producers and
account managers. Document underwriting files in accordance with
authority statements and guidelines. Participate in annual audits
for specific product lines. Utilize advanced underwriting and
producer management tools to meet profitability targets. Make
independent sales calls to grow and support your book of business.
Recommend updates to underwriting guidelines and workflows.
Contribute to marketing and underwriting projects that enhance
company performance. Occasional travel as necessary for business
needs. What You Bring: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Personal
Lines Property & Casualty Insurance. Bachelor’s degree or
equivalent work experience. Familiarity with underwriting concepts,
practices, and procedures. Strong analytical, quantitative, and
communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage a
personal book of business. Positive attitude, strong interpersonal
skills, and self-motivation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Property and Casualty (P&C) and Excess and Surplus (E&S)
lines licenses are required. If not currently licensed, licenses
are expected to be obtained promptly upon hiring; PCS will provide
support as needed. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: PCS values
and is fully committed to diversity and inclusion. It is the policy
of PCS not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or
any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, nation of
origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
veteran status Requirements:
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