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Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. · 19 hours ago

Sr. Underwriter

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. is looking for a Sr. Underwriter to manage profitability and premium growth for assigned managing general agents. The role involves providing leadership within the underwriting team, mentoring less experienced underwriters, and ensuring effective communication and collaboration to enhance 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 assigned agency personnel

Apply underwriting expertise within the defined limits of authority to achieve underwriting profitability of assigned agents

Provide agents with documented proposals, quotes, and guidance with clear definition of appropriate exposure classification, pricing information, limits, terms, and forms for risks outside of the agent binding authority

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

Travel according to business plans, to assigned agent offices for the purpose of training and development of positive relationships, and the promotion of Contract Binding’s 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. Provide underwriting backup when required

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

Commercial property underwritingUnderwriting practices knowledgeSurplus lines marketplace knowledgeInsurance company operationsRisk Management & Insurance degreeCustomer service experienceEffective communication skillsDetail orientedSelf-motivatedTeamwork

Required

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 binding 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 with assigned agents

Familiarity with company systems, procedures & processes

Bachelor's degree (preferably with a Risk Management & Insurance Major) or equivalent combination of training and experience

3+ years underwriting experience in commercial Property and Casualty lines of business

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position

Preferred

Preferred wholesale distribution experience in an excess and surplus environment

Preferred company binding experience

Experience in customer service to internal and external customers

Experience working with support services, including IT, claims, actuarial and operations

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

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.

Founded in 2020

Jersey City, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees