Commercial Underwriter

Our client, a growing regional Property & Casualty insurance carrier, is seeking an experienced Commercial Property & Casualty Underwriter to join its team. This position is ideal for a market-driven underwriting professional who combines strong business judgment with creativity, critical thinking, and a commitment to building lasting agency relationships.

• Review, underwrite, quote, and bind new and renewal Commercial Property & Casualty business.
• Evaluate exposures, coverage needs, pricing, and overall risk acceptability in accordance with company guidelines.
• Review physical risk inspections, premium audits, loss information, and other underwriting documentation.
• Respond to agent questions regarding coverage, eligibility, pricing, and underwriting appetite.
• Educate agency partners on available products and underwriting requirements.
• Provide timely service through phone, email, and other agency communications.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective agency partners.
• Conduct regular agency visits to strengthen relationships, discuss business opportunities, and support profitable growth.
• Apply creative and practical thinking when evaluating unique or complex commercial risks.
• Maintain accountability for the quality, profitability, and retention of assigned business.

• Minimum of 5 years of Commercial Property & Casualty underwriting experience with an insurance carrier; or insurance agency.
• Strong understanding of commercial insurance coverage, risk evaluation, and underwriting principles.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and make sound business decisions.
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Associate degree preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with Underwriters Rating Board forms is preferred but not required.

• $80,000 - $100,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings options including 401(k) with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off and additional employee-focused benefits