Underwriting Specialist

Responsibilities Underwrite and produce profitable business within the authority granted and consistent with company goals. Maintain agency relationships, develop new relationships and recognize without bias any need to cease a relationship and contribute where possible to the amicable accomplishment, as necessary. Adheres to company underwriting guidelines, processes and tools, an individual grant of authority, and appropriate regulatory and compliance requirements in the risk analysis and underwriting decision‑making process. Examines information such as insurance applications, websites, inspection reports, loss information, financial data and third‑party data in evaluating and making appropriate risk/reward decisions. Effectively express information and ideas clearly through spoken, written and electronic means. Demonstrates and effectively communicates an understanding of products and services. Provide prompt & courteous responses to both internal & external customers. Actively engages with distribution to market our capabilities, benefits, and features, and identify new opportunities. Effectively leverages metrics and data to improve territory performance. Understands market/industry issues, trends, and competitors. Perform other tasks as needed. Requirements Bachelor’s degree and at least eight years of relevant experience or the equivalent Equivalent experience is considered twelve years of relevant commercial insurance experience. Knowledge of Excess and Surplus is required. Must possess the ability to appropriately apply loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts to achieve optimal pricing of risk. Must possess the ability to creatively utilize coverage features, deductibles, or reinsurance on individual risks to achieve company objectives. Agency Management is a must. Requires strong math aptitude, excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills. Must possess knowledge of various computer programs, internet‑based programs, and PC literate in the use of spreadsheets. To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes. #J-18808-Ljbffr