DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and price policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authorityboth primary and supported excess.
• Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges.
• Interact in person, via email, and by phone with wholesale brokers to obtain further risk-specific details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain company positions.
• Manage assigned underwriting territory, including the performance (GWP, loss ratio) of assigned brokers.
• Oversee and approve endorsements as indicated.
• Resolve premium audit disputes within assigned territory.
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports/dashboards.
• Mentor less experienced team members.
• Conduct educational sessions within the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or five plus years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years underwriting experience with authority, preferably in excess and surplus lines.
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth.
• Demonstrates an understanding and ability to effectively engage in the negotiation process.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Previous insurance educational work, IIA and CPCU designation strongly preferred.
• Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to travel.
• Advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.