Underwriter II

Overview Summary:The underwriter administers the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal accounts for brokers assigned within the territory. in compliance with company underwriting, authority and pricing standards. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.THIS ROLE CAN BE OUT OF ANY AMTRUST OFFICE 4 DAYS A WEEK IN OFFICE Responsibilities Responsibilities: Solicit, underwrite, and retain a profitable book of business through solid risk analysis, pricing and servicing. Maintains compliance with state filings and adheres to corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines to include file management and documentation. Operate within written authority grant and make referrals to Management as required Collaborate closely with territory team. Keep peers and Management informed of all issues and activity and competitive information. Collaborate with internal and external sales and marketing teams to develop broker relationships and share accountability with teams in meeting goals. Educate brokers on underwriting appetite to attract profitable business within the assigned territory. Travel in the territory to meet with brokers and policy holders both prospective and current to further develop business relationships as needed. Ability to travel up to 20-40% of the time within the assigned territory or to the Home Office. Actively plan and participate in industry events as required such as but not limited to broker or association conventions. Provide professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross departmental staff to successfully resolve issues pertaining to policyholders and brokers. Provide pertinent information and guidance to operations staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines. Assist in gathering and sharing competitive information as well as keep current with market trends and demands. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned. Qualifications Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent years of industry experience. 5+ years of Workers’ Compensation experience, commercial lines property and casualty experience a plus Demonstrated experience with Excess Workers’ Compensation pricing and coverage. Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze data and make an informed, calculated risk decision on an account basis and/or group account basis. Ability to make sound contributions to tactical and strategic planning Ability to train, coach and mentor individuals of various backgrounds within area of expertisePreferred: CPCU, AIS or CIC designation preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.#LI-EH1#LI-HYBRID What We Offer AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.Job SummaryRequisition ID: JR1007192Category: UnderwritingPosition Type: Regular Full-Time