A nationally recognized specialty insurance organization is seeking a Senior Underwriting Specialist to join its commercial lines team. Known for delivering coverage for the unique, the unusual, and the unconventional, this company offers unmatched resources and career exposure for professionals looking to thrive in the specialty insurance space.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, maintain, and grow a profitable book of business.
- Serve as the lead client contact and manage agency relationships.
- Develop and execute marketing strategies to drive new and renewal business.
- Rate, quote, and bind complex risks, ensuring appropriate coverage and pricing.
- Submit underwriting referrals to internal brokerage facilities and senior management.
- Monitor key performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve hit ratios, retention, premium growth, and loss ratios.
- Lead, mentor, and develop Assistant and Associate Underwriters.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting experience; excess & surplus experience preferred.Strong sales and marketing acumen.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Commitment to ongoing education and professional development.Insurance license and industry designations (e.g., CPCU, CIC) preferred.What's Offered
Base compensation ranging from $105,000 to $130,000, based on experience.Flexible hybrid and remote work options.Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) with employer match.Employer-paid continuing education and professional designations.Numerous opportunities for career advancement within a privately held, growth-oriented organization.