Account Specialist

Underwriting Specialist

What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to underwrite new business and renewals in a profitable manner and according to authority level and established guidelines. Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. Understand state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within each state. Knowledgeable in coverage forms and policy language; appropriate utilization of forms and exclusions. Assist with resolving premium audit disputes within assigned agents / brokers.

What you'll be doing :

• Underwrite wholesale business for the West Region to include reviewing, analyzing, accepting, and declining risks to ensure profitability for Markel;
• Review terms, conditions and pricing. Underwrite renewal business and handle related servicing;
• Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit;
• Communicate with regional managers and product line leaders on individual accounts, current and proposed producers, and make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate;
• Review submissions and identify exposure and risk from information provided;
• Implement corrective measures on renewal accounts as needed;
• Provide training or technical assistance to department underwriting staff;
• Monitor producers for profitability and production.

What we're looking for :

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information : The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The base salary range for the Account Specialist is $74k - $102k with a 20% bonus.

Who we are :

Markel Group (NYSE MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What's in it for you :

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

Are you ready to play your part? Choose 'Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.