Job Description
Middle Market Marine Underwriter
Job Summary
Seeking a highly skilled and motivated Middle Market Marine Underwriter to join a team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing organization specializing in marine insurance. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting a book of business in the middle market ocean marine sector, including hull, protection and indemnity (P&I), excess, and pollution coverages. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, with the flexibility to work 2-3 days on-site.
Compensation Package
- Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 annually
- Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.
- Commission opportunities on new business
Responsibilities
- Underwrite and manage a book of business with a focus on middle market ocean marine accounts, including hull, liability, excess, and pollution coverages.
- Evaluate and assess risks to determine appropriate coverage and pricing.
- Handle renewals and cross-sell additional insurance products to existing clients.
- Collaborate with brokers and account managers to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
- Provide functional knowledge of marine and commercial lines rating and primary insurance coverages.
- Quote new and renewal business, ensuring compliance with company underwriting guidelines.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Education: Property & Casualty (P&C) license is mandatory; CPCU designation is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of marine hull and liability underwriting experience.
- Skills: Strong understanding of marine/commercial insurance lines, excellent analytical and decision-making skills, and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with relevant underwriting software and tools.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; proactive and detail-oriented approach; strong problem-solving abilities; and a customer-focused mindset.
Disclaimer: Please note that this job description may not cover all duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role, and it is subject to modification at the employer's discretion.
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