Underwriter, Middle Market - Multi-line

The salary range for this job posting is $69,152.00 - $123,921.00 annually + bonus + benefits. Pay Type : Salary

The above represents the full salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay and job title, we'll consider your location, education, experience, and other job-related factors, and will fall within the stated range. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Ideal candidates will reside in Illinois or neighboring states, and have underwriting experience with Package Lines and Workers' Compensation. We will also consider candidates who live in any of our listed payroll approved states that have the necessary underwriting experience. This role will underwrite accounts averaging between $35k - $75k.

We may hire a senior level depending on candidate qualifications. (compensation shown is inclusive of the non-senior and senior level)

This role will report to a Regional Vice President, Commercial Lines.

Are you a Referral?

If you know a current Encova Insurance associate and would like to apply as a referral, please encourage them to submit your referral information before you submit your application. You will receive an email with a direct URL link to the Job Posting of interest. Applying through this URL link will create your referral relationship for our Talent Acquisition Team.

Unique residence requirements are listed in each job posting, please review closely for details.

Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes :

Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

JOB OBJECTIVE :

The middle market underwriter reviews risks, determines acceptability, and successfully writes profitable business accounts. Within designated authority, reviews insurance applications to evaluate, classify and rate each risk to determine acceptability, coverage and pricing. Responsible for the financial performance of the assigned book of business and is expected to achieve profitable retention and new business growth. Focused on taking action to achieve results that positively impact sales and profitability while ensuring excellent customer service and timely responsiveness to independent agents for their commercial lines accounts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

1. Determine the acceptability, quality, pricing, profitability and opportunity for new and existing business.

2. Complete thorough risk analysis on designated accounts using appropriate Encova, NCCI, ISO and industry rules, policies, procedures, and guidelines, etc.

3. Identify, create and initiate new business opportunities within current book of business and assigned agencies.

4. Gather and analyze information necessary to make an accurate evaluation of risk.

5. Accept or reject commercial lines accounts that fall outside of straight through processing rules through exposure identification and risk analysis, including :

• understanding all exposures that might cause a policy to incur losses;
• conservatively assessing the likelihood of any exposure actually causing a loss and the probable cost if it does;
• setting a premium that, on average, would deliver a profit after both prospective loss costs and operating expenses are covered;
• be willing to walk away if the appropriate premium cannot be obtained.

6. Apply discretionary pricing appropriately based on risk exposures, risk quality, loss potential, pricing model indications and your letter of authority.

7. Determine acceptability of revision requests that fall outside straight through processing rules and communicate how the revision will be handled to the Associate Underwriter.

8. Communicate all underwriting decisions or changes on coverage, limits, exposures and / or pricing, discussing alternatives with assigned agents as needed.

9. Promote effective agency relationships and encourage continued use of our company products and technology.

10. Provide support to appointed agents by serving as a resource for underwriting questions.

11. Utilizes Encova systems to transact requests and endorsements.

12. Utilize available resources including company underwriting guidelines, business unit strategies, and consultations with others to ensure adequate understanding of risk exposures.

13. Prepare proposals to producers, including negotiation of terms and conditions.

14. Ensure the proper issuance of policies, certificates, filings and notifications.

15. Seek the guidance of management on risks exceeding assigned authority levels.

16. Effectively utilize industry rules and guidance to ensure proper policy construction.

17. Identify underwriting issues; recommend and develop plans for problem resolution and implement them where appropriate.

18. Manage existing and prospective accounts by actively participating in account renewals, new business presentations as needed and discussion with agents.

19. Participate in monitoring and analyzing growth and profitability of assigned agents; initiate actions and understand downstream impact of alternatives.

20. Mentor entry-level underwriters and trainees to achieve profitable retention, growth and customer service standards.

21. Serve as a resource for other team members and units.

OTHER FUNCTIONS :

1. Maintain an awareness of the current objectives and initiatives of Encova Insurance.

2. Maintain an understanding of all products offered by Encova Insurance and be able to guide agents to the appropriate contact for needs outside of commercial lines.

3. Travel to various locations to support business objectives when necessary.

4. Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

This position has been evaluated in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Encova Insurance makes every effort to reasonably accommodate disabilities to permit performance of the essential functions and candidates who need such accommodation are encouraged to seek it. This description reflects the nature and level of work performed by associates in this position. It is not an all-inclusive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required. It provides an accurate overview of the work and skills needed to perform this position. Because job content may change from time to time, Encova Insurance reserves the right to add and / or delete functions from this job as it deems necessary for business reasons.

Ready to join our team?

At Encova Insurance, we firmly believe that our associates drive our company's success by delivering unrivaled service to our customers. With success in mind, we make an ongoing effort to provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.

Join us to discover a work experience where your diverse ideas will be met with enthusiasm - where you can learn and grow to your fullest potential.

What you can expect from us

Join our family of industry leaders, and let us reward you with a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package that includes but is not limited to : a 401(k), wellness programs, bonus incentive plans and flexible schedules, with an early close of the office every Friday. Additionally, Encova aspires to be an outstanding corporate citizen in all the markets we serve; we encourage and support associate participation in community initiatives through our foundations.

Encova Insurance is an EOE / E-Verify employer.

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