Underwriter

The Underwriter I administers the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal accounts for agents and producers assigned within the Specialty Verticals 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. Responsibilities :Write 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. Operate within written authority grant and make referrals to Vertical Management as required .Collaborates closely with vertical team. Keep peers and Vertical Management informed of all issues and activity .In collaboration with Vertical Management, develop and implement the vertical business plan and share accountability with team in meeting vertical goals .Collaborate with team to develop, manage and maintain outside client relationships that may include travel within the territory to meet with agents and producers .Provides professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross departmental staff to successfully resolve issues pertaining to policyholders and vertical producers .Keeps current with market trends and demands .Performs other functionally related duties as assigned Qualifications d:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or universi ty1-3 years of workers compensation experien ceCPCU or CIC designation preferred, or the equivalent combination of education and experien ceAbility to travel up to 25% of the time within the assigned territory and to the Home Office as requir Preferred d: Demonstrated experience with commercial casualty, property, automobile and umbrella insurance coverage and risk selection, methods and pric ingDemonstrated ability to interpret and analyze data and make an informed, calculated risk decis ionRespect for confidential informat ionExcellent organizational and time management ski 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 t The expected salary range for this role is $53,000.00-$80,000. 0.00. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr