Job title: Senior Personal Lines Underwriter - Remote
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance
Functional Expertise: Underwriter
Location: Branchville, NJ
Job published: 02/16/2026
Job ID: 150199

Job Description

Senior Personal Lines Underwriter

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Personal Lines Underwriter to join a team. This role involves underwriting homeowner property and umbrella lines, with a focus on multi-family properties such as condos, rentals, and combination dwellings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in underwriting, excellent relationship-building skills with independent agents, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Compensation Package

  • Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 per year
  • Bonus: 4%-8% based on personal and company performance
  • Benefits: 100% company-paid health insurance for the employee, free dental insurance

Responsibilities

  • Review policies with significant losses prior to renewal.
  • Assess risk changes to ensure eligibility and accurate rating for upcoming term renewals.
  • Evaluate files processed through automated rules for accuracy.
  • Collaborate with Business Development Specialists to drive profitable growth with existing and new agents.
  • Partner with Loss Control Specialists on home inspections, loss mitigation requests, and Insurance-to-Value (ITV) matters.
  • Work with the Underwriting Tech team to process policy transactions efficiently.
  • Perform job duties independently and as part of a team.
  • Provide support to team members as needed.
  • Travel occasionally to meet with agents and maintain strong working relationships.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience underwriting homeowner property and umbrella lines.
  • Proven experience underwriting multi-family properties, including condos, rentals, and combination dwellings (up to 4 units).
  • Expertise in underwriting homeowner property in PA and NJ.
  • Strong relationships with independent agents are highly desirable.
  • Experience with Guidewire software is a plus.
  • Background in a regional insurance carrier is preferred over large carriers.
  • Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

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