Underwriter

Summary:

The Underwriter works under the direct supervision of the Director of Underwriting and provides technical expertise, support, and service while maintaining daily interaction with the Account Management team.

Responsibilities:

• Review carrier renewals and maintain carrier relationships and communications.
• Gather account and historical data; prepare and distribute Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
• Review carrier proposals for accuracy, completeness, and competitiveness.
• Maintain knowledge of current insurance market trends, conditions, competitive intelligence, and product and service innovations.
• Interact collaboratively and professionally with colleagues, clients, carriers, and business partners.
• Perform other duties assigned, including but not limited to underwriting, quoting, account servicing, claims support, inspection ordering and review, and loss control recommendations.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of Property & Casualty underwriting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, risk assessment, and underwriting principles.
• Professional insurance designations (e.g., CPCU, AU, CIC, ARM, or similar) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field preferred.
• Well-versed in insurance coverages, policy language, and underwriting guidelines.
• Strong work ethic with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.