Associate Underwriter jobs in United States
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Builders · 2 hours ago

Associate Underwriter

Builders is a mid-sized mutual insurance company known for its strong culture and financial strength. The Associate Underwriter will analyze, select, and price risks for assigned insurance programs while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and providing support to agents and clients.

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Responsibilities

Achieve profit and production targets among assigned agents
Assess risks as delegated, ensuring thorough review and approval within designated authority
Identify and meticulously analyze loss trends and historical data to determine risk-based profitability. Adhere to National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) and Insurance Services Office (ISO) regulations when assessing and binding each risk
Review and address daily reports within authorized limits; adhere to departmental protocols when requesting Loss Control Reports
Generate quotations for agents and accurately input revised quotes into the computer system
Respond to inbound calls from agents, members, and prospects, offering insightful answers and resolving issues within the scope of technical expertise
Review monthly renewals for pricing adjustments or non-renewal based on historical data. Utilize technical expertise to recommend changes to accounts that have undergone Audit Specialists' review and are under evaluation by the underwriting team
Manage daily correspondence requiring technical evaluation with precision and attention to detail
Provide comprehensive training and coaching to underwriting assistants, taking the lead on assigned projects
Execute all tasks with accuracy and adherence to departmental guidelines
Contribute to and engage in initiatives aimed at process enhancement and cost efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

PropertyCasualty experienceInsurance conceptsBachelor's degree in InsuranceInsurance coursework completionMicrosoft Office Suite proficiencyCustomer service skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsTime management skillsNegotiation skillsProject management skillsAttention to detailVerbal communicationWritten communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Insurance or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Three or more years of property and casualty experience in Worker's Compensation or General Liability product lines
Insurance and/or Pictorial course work completion
Knowledge of insurance concepts, standard practices and procedures in the underwriting discipline
Skill in interpersonal interactions, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external contacts; skill in customer service and problem-solving
Capacity to work autonomously while ensuring transparent communication with internal leadership
Skill in analysis, time management, prioritization, negotiation and project management; ability to multi-task effectively while paying attention to detail
Proficient in both verbal and written communication with the ability to compose memos, correspondence, agreements, and other professional documents for all levels of recipients; ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and function specific software applications

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Bonus Structure
Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K with Company Match
PTO

Company

Builders

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Great Place To Work Certified™ | Best Places To Work in Insurance 2024 | Rated A “Excellent” by AM Best | 32+ years strong | Competitive salaries and benefits | Expertise and Compassion INSURANCE BUILT STRONG® We bring peace of mind to businesses, safeguard workers and their families, and invest purposefully back into our communities and team members.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Todd Campbell
Chief Executive Officer, President & Board Director
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Andrew Dunn
Chief Information Officer
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