Excess Underwriter / Broker

Description : Come join a growing and dynamic wholesaler. Reviews applications for insurance coverage, (APD/MTC) reports from loss control consultants and other information to determine if application is acceptable for the program(s) available. Evaluate the experience of a risk against the class of business under review. Evaluate the loss potential due to catastrophe, severity, and/or frequency. May rate policies or check previously rated policies for proper rating. Utilizes knowledge of automated systems to develop information for new or renewal policies. Prepares quotations for agents and answers questions from agents, policyholder, or prospects. Assists agents with comments or questions about applications and the likelihood of acceptance by the company. Reviews requests for cancellation, endorsements, etc. Reviews policies for renewal consideration. Request additional documentation necessary for the processing of an application, endorsement or cancellation. Conduct marketing visits to agents. Requirements : Must have a New Jersey Producer's License. 10+ years of E&S brokerage experience. Prior exposure to insurance underwriting type activities. Good oral and written communications skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to pay attention to details. Must have demonstrated negotiation skills. Technical knowledge of insurance coverage forms and their application to exposure. Knowledge of departmental regulations and policies. Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted underwriting practices. Strong interpersonal skills working with Staff and Company Underwriters. Experience in standard underwriting practices and procedures. Associated classes or courses and/or industry license, or designation.