Underwriting Specialist (Commercial P&C)

Underwriting Specialist

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure's promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best "A" (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

We are adding a new position to our southeast region and are recruiting for an Underwriting Specialist to join our team. This role will work hybrid in one of our local offices: Atlanta GA, Charlotte NC or Tampa FL. The hybrid schedule is 3 days in the office and 2 from home.

Position Summary

Responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of new and renewal account, ensuring informed risk selection and pricing decisions in alignment with profitability goals and underwriting guidelines. Cultivates relationships with agency partners to support successful negotiations, drive new business growth, and maintain portfolio quality.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply underwriting judgement to price and negotiate large and complex accounts in alignment with Amerisure risk evaluation process and renewal framework.
• Assess and select for new business opportunities to align with Amerisure's profitability goals and risk appetite.
• Provide service excellence to agency partners, adhering to established service standards to support agency relationships and business objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key agency contacts to enable successful negotiation and ensure successful account acquisition and retention.
• Attain established underwriting performance metrics for both new and renewal accounts.
• Maintain organized and thorough underwriting documentation in accordance with Amerisure's standards and guidelines.
• Utilize underwriting tools to effectively support risk assessment and decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience. 3 or more years underwriting experience in commercial middle market insurance with exposure to large and complex accounts. CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred. Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated successful ability to build positive relationships and partnerships within department, across the organization and with external customers. Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task and prioritize workload. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization. Ability to travel up to 10%.

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employee's ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.