Job title: Commercial Field Underwriter
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Underwriter
Location: Peoria, AZ
Job published: 04/17/2025
Job ID: 134087

Job Description

Job Summary
This position is a field-based role for a Commercial Field Underwriter responsible for meeting with agents and managing a portfolio of accounts. The Underwriter will write and review multiline commercial insurance policies, including Workers' Compensation, Liability, Commercial Auto, and Property, with a mix of new and renewal business. The role requires strong knowledge of underwriting practices and excellent relationship-building skills.

 

Responsibilities

  • Underwrite multiline commercial insurance policies, including Workers' Compensation, Liability, Commercial Auto, and Property.
  • Manage both new and renewal business, ensuring accurate and timely policy issuance.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, offering technical expertise and support.
  • Evaluate risk and pricing information, applying appropriate underwriting guidelines and rating elements.
  • Analyze complex risks and write policies for clients with premiums up to $1 million.
  • Stay current on state/NCCI workers' compensation guidelines, regulations, and competitive trends.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure policy accuracy and compliance.
  • Provide recommendations to agents and internal teams based on underwriting analysis and risk assessment.
  • Contribute to the development and improvement of underwriting processes and strategies.

 

Qualifications/Requirements

  • At least five years of multiline underwriting experience preferred.
  • Experience with complex underwriting, including policies up to $1 million in premium.
  • Strong understanding of state/NCCI workers' compensation manuals, guidelines, and rating elements.
  • Established relationships within the producer community.
  • Professional certifications such as CPCU, ARM, CIC, or similar preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel experience required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong influencing capabilities.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-starter with a proactive approach to work.
  • Bachelor's degree in business or a related field preferred.

 

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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