Underwriter I - Hybrid, Pasadena CA

Job Description

Job Summary

The Underwriter I is responsible for applying sound and experienced underwriting decisions to derive a profit while maintaining a strong positive relationship with the producers they are assigned. This level of underwriter will be is proficient in processing New Business, Renewals, Endorsements, Cancellations and any other standard Underwriter duties. All of this to be done within the guidelines and culture of TMA.

Primary Job Duties

• Review new business, renewal, and endorsement requests. Analyze all information provided. Obtain additional information as needed to determine acceptability based on underwriting guidelines and sound judgment.
• Cooperate with co-workers to foster a teaming atmosphere. Work with established workflows to meet Western Region time service goals.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with producers.
• Utilize effective sales and negotiation skills to obtain and retain accounts on the most profitable terms available to TMA.
• Work closely with other internal departments such as Loss Control, Claims, Coordination, Premium Audit, and Accounting to meet client service goals and increase knowledge on your accounts.
• Follow TMA and Department of Insurance Guidelines to ensure the profitability and legality of your book of business.
• Make use of current TMA technology to process your work. Update skills as necessary, including but not limited to the PDCL, SalesForce, OnBase, and Word and Excel programs.
• Responsible for complying with proper internal controls as necessary to conduct job functions and / or carry out responsibilities and / or administrative activities at Company.

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