Commercial Lines New Business Underwriter – Habitational

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Manage new business accounts by engaging in outbound interactions with a variety of carriers and brokers.

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with internal sales personnel regarding new business submissions.

• Underwrite habitational risks by assessing and analyzing risk exposures, as well as loss frequency and severity in relation to the desired coverage.

• Build relationships with both external and internal clients, prioritizing the "customer experience" and ensuring exceptional interactions across all communication channels.

• Provide and develop solutions for a diverse range of inquiries from brokers and team members.

• Comply with rating guidelines while ensuring proper documentation of files.

• Utilize our online broker portal to perform tasks and resolve issues.

• Identify areas to enhance underwriting efficiencies.

• Work autonomously within set deadlines while recognizing the importance of communication and coordination with stakeholders.

• Gather and comprehend market intelligence and trends.

• Approach work with a focus on underwriting profitability.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in commercial property underwriting.

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge of Commercial Real Estate Insurance is essential.

• Familiarity with habitational P&C policies is preferred.

• A Property and Casualty insurance license is preferred (with a preparation period of 6 months allowed).

• A passion for continual learning; professional designations are advantageous.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, including negotiation skills.

• Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a dynamic, evolving organization, with strong organizational skills including time management and prioritization.

• Occasional travel may be necessary for team and broker meetings.

🏝️ Benefits

• Enjoy Summer Fridays, leaving at 2:00 PM every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.

• 401k plan with company matching, with immediate 100% vesting.

• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and both short-term and long-term Disability insurance.

• Opportunities for growth and professional development.

• Work-life balance and wellness benefits, featuring a generous time-off policy that includes PTO and paid holidays.

• Access to Dependent Care FSA, Healthcare FSA, Virtual Telemedicine, Employee Discount Programs, Paid Parental Leave, HSA, HRA, and Commuter/Transit FSA.

• Sabbatical every 7 years.