FM · 5 hours ago
Underwriter
Norwood, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expFM is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing risk management and insurance solutions. The Underwriter will develop underwriting relationships and provide technical support to Account Managers while managing small to midsize accounts.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceRisk Management
Responsibilities
Providing technical support to Account Managers in handling underwriting (UW) details such as risk assessments, value validation, linesettings analysis, reinsurance needs and placement, rating and pricing, coverage analysis, catastrophe aggregate analysis, cross liability assessments, policy review, issuance and other terms and conditions
Gaining and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UW standards, policy forms and loss prevention practices. Ensuring appropriate approvals are current and are in line with most recent underwriting standards
Assisting Account Managers in developing insurance programs that satisfy client needs whilst adhering to company policies, procedures and guidelines
Independently managing and processing small to midsize accounts/prospects under supervision
Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of market trends, coverage, programs, reinsurance and new developments in the North American insurance market
Learning loss prevention and control concepts, including how to read and utilize information from risk reports and utilize this knowledge to assist the Account Manager in exposure identification and analysis
Leading UW special projects, including peer reviews and UW audits
Attending necessary training classes such as Core UW Skills I, II, and III, Client Service Process Essentials, and other training seminars offered in Norwood, MA or elsewhere in the world as provided by the FM Academy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification/experience
3+ years insurance or financial industry
Proactive in identifying UW needs and taking initiative to help Account Manager find solutions
Flexibility in prioritising and handling diverse activities and workload
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with considerable attention to detail and documentation
Dedicated team player with excellent communication skills
Strong computer skills
Preferred
CPCU/ARM desirable
Experience in processing or field/account engineering a plus
Benefits
Incentive plan
Generous health and well-being programs
401(k)
Pension plan
Career development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work
Time off allowances
Company
For nearly 200 years, FM has empowered businesses worldwide to manage risk, prevent loss, and build resilience.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.04M2010-05-05Series Unknown· $8.04M
Leadership Team
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Mike Lebovitz
Retired
Recent News
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