Associate Underwriter - Excess Casualty

Underwriting Support Specialist

Under frequent supervision, provide underwriting support from application through post-binding activity. Interact with internal Excess Casualty team members and broker customers to efficiently and accurately support the underwriting practice. Depending on prior experience, expected to learn, shadow, and train in the field of underwriting through various special projects. Become proficient in the technical platform and processes involved in Underwriting. Utilize judgement to align the aspects of the account to ensure consistency amongst the quote, binder, and policy. Identify notable inconsistencies in data elements and work with the Underwriter to reconcile. Study for and complete insurance examinations as deemed appropriate. Attend any relevant training sessions and study to complete relevant insurance examinations. Expected to progress to quote and bind under direction of underwriting management.

• Provides underwriting support for the entire underwriting process from start to finish within the Excess Casualty product group.
• Review incoming submissions to determine viability for quoting.
• Provide new business quotes for underwriter review or directly to brokers as determined by Underwriting Authority Letter.
• Complete renewal review process including underlying policies with coverage and exposure changes.
• Review underlying GL inspection reports, Geotech reports and financial information to notify underwriters of potential issues or provide recommendations.
• Process endorsements and determine acceptability. Upon completion, review and approve for distribution.
• Perform policy review process and approve for distribution.
• Review post binding subjectivities and construction agreements.
• Assist in special projects and other duties as needed.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in insurance, finance, risk management, business or a related field
• 1+ years of related experience preferred [OR] equivalent level of education and experience

• Ability to use analytical methods in underwriting processes to find workable solutions.
• Ability to verbally and in writing, communicate findings and recommendations to internal and external contacts on underwriting matters.
• Ability to use software to summarize and analyze large amounts of data.
• Understands, applies, & properly documents nature of operations of the risk for accounts assigned & communicates findings.
• Ability to prepare, review, and complete underwriting analysis of accounts.
• Analytical skills and understanding of submission requirements, model entry, and product appetite.
• Participates in underwriting related continuing education.

$32.16 - $44.22

• Annual bonus plans
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) automatic 3% company contribution
• Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
• Parental and family care leave
• Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
• Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
• Employee assistance program
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Training & certification opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Education bonuses

Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.

RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.