Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. · 2 hours ago
Sr. Underwriter
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCore Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Specialty Products Senior Underwriter to manage profitability and premium growth of assigned specialty products. This role involves providing leadership within the underwriting team, mentoring other underwriters, and ensuring effective communication and collaboration to enhance product knowledge and profitability.
InsuranceMarine Transportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Apply a thorough working knowledge of the Contract Binding’s underwriting portal in the daily execution of underwriting duties, including training of agency personnel
Apply underwriting expertise within the defined limits of authority to achieve underwriting profitability of assigned specialty products
Provide agents with documented proposals, quotes, and guidance with clear definition of appropriate exposure classification, pricing information, limits, terms, and forms for assigned specialty products
Promptly respond to all agent submissions and inquiries and perform to defined service standards
Maintain technical skills to support virtual communications and proficiency in the use of Core Specialty systems
Manage quote, bind, issue, and policy service processes related to assigned specialty products
Travel according to business plans, to assigned agent offices for the purpose of training and development of positive relationships, and the promotion of specialty products objectives, underwriting profitability, market presence and overall enhancement of Core Specialty’s industry reputation
Stay informed and share information on current market developments, to ensure the competitive level and profitability of our product offering
Support the Contract Binding team through mentorship of underwriters with less experience
Support the Contract Binding team with effective communication and collaboration to broaden product knowledge and offerings, technical skills and overall profitability of the Division. Provide reports and participate in related projects as needed
Carry out duties within our internal policies and procedures in accordance with applicable law, rules, regulation, good governance, and Core Specialty's shared values, while maintaining a customer service mentality
Qualification
Required
Apply a thorough working knowledge of the Contract Binding's underwriting portal in the daily execution of underwriting duties, including training of agency personnel
Apply underwriting expertise within the defined limits of authority to achieve underwriting profitability of assigned specialty products
Provide agents with documented proposals, quotes, and guidance with clear definition of appropriate exposure classification, pricing information, limits, terms, and forms for assigned specialty products
Promptly respond to all agent submissions and inquiries and perform to defined service standards
Maintain technical skills to support virtual communications and proficiency in the use of Core Specialty systems
Manage quote, bind, issue, and policy service processes related to assigned specialty products
Travel according to business plans, to assigned agent offices for the purpose of training and development of positive relationships, and the promotion of specialty products objectives, underwriting profitability, market presence and overall enhancement of Core Specialty's industry reputation
Stay informed and share information on current market developments, to ensure the competitive level and profitability of our product offering
Support the Contract Binding team through mentorship of underwriters with less experience
Support the Contract Binding team with effective communication and collaboration to broaden product knowledge and offerings, technical skills and overall profitability of the Division
Provide reports and participate in related projects as needed
Carry out duties within our internal policies and procedures in accordance with applicable law, rules, regulation, good governance, and Core Specialty's shared values, while maintaining a customer service mentality
Solid understanding of commercial property and casualty coverages and related endorsements
Knowledge of underwriting practices and pricing/rating methodologies
Knowledge of the surplus lines wholesale casualty marketplace and current market environment
Knowledge of insurance company operations
Effective written and oral communication skills
Self-motivated and independent
Detail oriented with the ability to work in a team environment and be flexible to daily changing needs and job duties
Ability to travel to meet business plan objectives
Familiarity with company systems, procedures & processes
Bachelor's degree (preferably with a Risk Management & Insurance Major) or equivalent combination of training and experience
5+ years underwriting experience in commercial Property and Casualty lines of business
Experience in customer service to internal and external customers
Experience working with support services, including IT, claims, actuarial and operations
Preferred
Preferred wholesale distribution experience in an excess and surplus environment
Preferred company binding experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurances
Short and long-term disability
A Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan
An Employee Assistance Plan
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Health Reimbursement Account
A wellness program
Company
Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.
Core Specialty, through its subsidiary insurers, offers a diversified range of property, casualty, and marine insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph Consolino
Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer
Evan Cabat
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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