What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriter position at Chief of Staff KC?
Are you a skilled underwriter with strong analytical instincts and a passion for building relationships? We’re looking for a professional, strategic Underwriter to join a collaborative team at a stable, regionally respected insurance company.
In this role, you’ll manage your own book of business and agency relationships across various territories, account sizes, and classes of business. You’ll be empowered to make decisions within your authority limits, contribute to cross-functional problem-solving, and help shape the company’s reputation through outstanding service and communication.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee assigned agencies and manage a personal book of business
- Evaluate and underwrite commercial accounts with varying complexity
- Collaborate with internal teams across claims, safety, audit, and collections to resolve policyholder issues
- Build and maintain relationships with agency partners through regular communication
- Use strategic thinking to assess risk and develop underwriting solutions
- Work both independently and within a close-knit team environment
Requirements:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
- A confident communicator who can say “no” with professionalism and clarity
- Flexible thinker who works well within guidelines (not just rules)
- Skilled at reading situations and non-verbal cues
- Service-focused, with the ability to represent the company externally
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage shifting priorities
- Comfortable with limited travel and occasional peak season overtime
- Preferably experience in workers comp, but not required
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000
