New Business Underwriter

DESCRIPTION

Commercial underwriting professional needed to help grow the Southeastern territory of a national wholesale/MGA. Primary responsibilities include underwriting profitable new business and visiting agents as needed to develop and foster business relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Quote new business in compliance with carrier guidelines in their respective rate/bind systems
• Refer accounts to insurance company that are outside of binding authority
• Review agent applications and advise of decision to quote or decline accounts
• Maintain profitable book of business with efficiency and accuracy
• Comply with departmental service standards and company binding agreements
• Monitor, manage and report on new business production to meet goals
• Coordinate with other business segments to add additional coverage lines to accounts
• Assure that pricing and coverage form requirements are being adhered to
• Maintain and build relationships with agency partners and travel as needed, up to 25%
• Recommend and assist with development of new insurance programs
• Work as part of a team to help reach departmental and company goals
• This position can work remotely or in a hybrid capacity
• Opportunity for advancement into a team lead or managerial role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 3+ years of commercial insurance program underwriting experience with an MGA
• Knowledge of insurance company quoting systems
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Independent work ethic
• Time management and decision making skills
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in team environment