Job title: Binding Commercial/Personal Underwriter (NORTHEAST)
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Underwriter
Location: New York, NY
Job published: 05/01/2026
Job ID: 153842

Job Description

Binding Production Underwriter

Job Summary

Seeking dynamic and entrepreneurial professionals to join a team as Binding Production Underwriters specializing in either Commercial Lines or Personal Lines. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and expand a book of business by underwriting new accounts and fostering strong client relationships to drive renewal business.

Compensation Package

  • Competitive salary range: $100,000 - $200,000 annually
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Build, maintain, and grow a profitable book of business.
  • Manage agency relationships and act as the primary client contact.
  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to drive new and renewal business.
  • Rate, quote, and bind risks, determining acceptability, coverage, and pricing for both new and renewal accounts.
  • Submit underwriting referrals to company brokerage facilities and management.
  • Monitor key performance metrics and implement corrective actions to optimize new business acquisition, renewal retention, premium growth, and loss ratios.
  • Lead, train, and mentor Assistant and Associate Underwriters.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of commercial lines underwriting or brokerage experience (excess & surplus experience preferred).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing.
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
  • Insurance license, CPCU, CIC, or comparable designations preferred.

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