Production Underwriter - Insurance

Key Risk Production UnderwriterWith over 35 years of proven expertise in the workers' compensation industry, Key Risk delivers innovative and responsive solutions that provide our clients the freedom to do what they do best. Offering guaranteed cost options to employers nationwide, Key Risk focuses on delivering products and services within specialized verticals to reduce workers' compensation exposures and deliver industry-leading results.All products and services are distributed through appointed insurance agents and brokers. Key Risk is a member company of W. Berkley Corporation, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior), Financial Size Category XV by A.M. For further information about Key Risk please visit company is an equal opportunity employer.ResponsibilitiesKey Risk is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Production Underwriter with established relationships to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to achieving and exceeding the regions' profit plan through proper risk selection, agency management, and communication of Key Risk's value proposition.Underwrite accounts over $25,000 within established underwriting authorityManage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000Develops and maintains relationships with 10-15 agenciesResponsible for a moderate number of agencies including partners with Advantage and/or Premier status within our Key Alliance agency structureAchieves/exceeds planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and enforce premium goalsTakes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetiteComplies with insurance filings and regulatory requirementsResearch new market niches, serve as an industry lead, and participate in special projectsEstablishes a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurersPerforms agency evaluations and establishes agency goals within required time frames and expectationsParticipates effectively in new and renewal team sales activities and Client Service Management (CSM) meetings to obtain and retain profitable businessQualificationsBA/BS DegreeCPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred3 - 5 years of workers compensation underwriting experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans as well as an understanding of loss development and the ability to objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financialsThree to five years of marketing experience working with independent agentsSelf-motivated and results orientedStrong managerial skills with the ability to work independently and as a team memberCapable of working with internal and external teams and partnersSuperior customer service skillsExcellent vendor management skillsWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.Sponsorship not Offered for this Role