Personal Lines Underwriter

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Bridge Specialty Group is seeking a Personal Lines Underwriter to join our growing team in Morristown, NJ! The Personal Lines Underwriter reports to a manager and operates at an advanced level of underwriting expertise, requiring minimal supervision. This role primarily involves evaluating both routine and complex risk scenarios to determine their acceptability on behalf of the carrier and often includes negotiating coverage terms and pricing. How You Will Contribute Review new business applications to confirm that information is appropriate to determine underwriting actions and when exceptions or opportunities for presentation of additional coverages exist. Appropriately determines opportunities to operate outside of standard carrier and / or agency criteria and coordinates negotiations to resolve. Recommend acceptance or declination of risks based on evaluation of application data and information gathered from Broker and client. Review all risks for new and renewal business for any securities law practice exposure. Workflow includes creation and maintenance of reports, appeals, files, correspondence, or contacts as assigned. Recommend methods for promotion of policies or improvements to processes. Skills & Experience to Be Successful Proficient with MS Office Suite 1 - 3 years' experience in a similar position Great attention to detail About Us : Bridge Specialty Group creates a more seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers' comp, property and personal lines. With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book. Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group - aligning risk with greater reach. Pay Range $33.65 - $38.46 Hourly The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and / or budget for the role. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including : Health Benefits : Medical / Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself". Employment Type : Full Time