Selective Insurance · 2 days ago
Senior Underwriter / Underwriting Specialist (Hybrid)
Hartford, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $127K/yr
3+ years expSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a strong history of financial performance. The Senior Underwriter will underwrite renewal business, manage agent inquiries, and maintain profitable relationships while ensuring compliance with underwriting standards.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Underwrite and process assigned renewal policies, which includes applying knowledge of coverage forms, rating plans and guidelines in the selection and pricing of individual risks, change requests, and open communication with internal and external customers. Ensure adequate pricing of individual risks through proper classification, Knowledge Management/Predictive Modeling, accuracy of information and adherence to company underwriting standards and philosophy. Refer all accounts outside authority level to the appropriate level
Respond to agents' inquiries on coverage and adjust policy information based upon prescribed authority
Work within specific level authority to quote, accept, decline, modify and renew risks within territorial assignment in accordance with accepted underwriting guidelines. Work in collaboration with Agents, AMS, team members and other departments to grow and maintain a profitable book of business
Provide guidance to internal and external customers regarding various underwriting information. Independently and effectively communicate underwriting decisions and appetite at the individual account and portfolio level to internal and external customers. Reinforce the ease of doing business with Selective by meeting or exceeding customers’ expectations and service quality on a consistent basis
Develop and maintain highly effective working relationships with internal and external customers, peers and management. Conduct agency visits. Communicate openly and in a timely fashion. Work diligently to achieve individual and team goals. Support all team decisions
Conduct continuous profit and growth analysis by territory and agency as assigned. Monitor premium retention with the use of electronic reporting tools. Increase renewal premium by cross-selling additional coverage, products or value-added services
May train less experienced underwriters. Provide CLAS coverage and system training to both internal & external customers. May provide line of business or product expertise to the department
Participate in or lead projects and initiatives. Actively support continuous improvement
Engage in ongoing development of technical skills and knowledge of Selective's products and services
Must have a valid license and be able to drive an automobile to support company travel within territory. Car travel represents less than 5% of employee’s time
Qualification
Required
Highly proficient written and verbal communication skills
Highly effective influencing and negotiation skills
Highly proficient ability to solve problems and make sound decisions
Highly proficient ability to multi-task and manage workflows to meet and exceed production and service expectations
Ability to effectively coach and mentor
Highly effective ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers/peers
Demonstrated proficiency in use of all supplied desktop tools, including the automated underwriting and email systems
Must have valid state-issued driver's license in good standing
Preferred
College degree preferred
3-5 years of commercial underwriting experience preferred
Completion of INS; AU; or completion or pursuit of CIC; or CPCU strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
Paid time off plans
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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