Job Description
Surplus Lines Property & Casualty Underwriter
Job Summary
Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surplus Lines Property & Casualty Underwriter to join a dynamic Underwriting Team. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing a renewal book, producing new business, underwriting, and managing accounts within assigned territories. You will play a critical role in maintaining a profitable book of business while building strong relationships with producers, clients, and carrier partners.
Compensation Package
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Generous PTO program and paid holidays
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze submissions for acceptability and completeness, securing supplemental information as needed.
- Service existing accounts, monitor claims and loss experience, and recommend changes to maintain profitability.
- Determine and recommend acceptable terms within underwriting authority, bind coverage, and oversee timely issuance of policies.
- Build and maintain a profitable book of business.
- Develop comprehensive referrals for management team review or carrier approval.
- Research and resolve underwriting issues with management or carriers on a case-by-case basis.
- Maintain and develop strong relationships with producers and members.
- Travel as needed to attend industry functions and meet with producers and members.
- Assist with special reports and projects as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred, or equivalent business experience.
- Minimum of five (5) years of Surplus Lines Property & Casualty underwriting experience.
- Strong underwriting and marketing skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the industry.
- Highly responsive with excellent decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in computer operations within a Windows environment.
- Licensed Surplus Lines Property & Casualty Producer.
- CPCU designation preferred.
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