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James River Insurance Company · 17 hours ago

Underwriter (General Casualty)

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

James River Insurance Company is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Inc., providing innovative insurance solutions since 2003. The General Casualty Underwriter will analyze underwriting data, determine risk acceptance, calculate premiums, and maintain relationships with brokers.

FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer Service

Analyze new business opportunities and develop renewal strategies

Attain quote, premium and division goals as assigned

Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers

Use critical thinking and problem solving skills to negotiate with brokers on placements

Travel to meet with brokers within assigned territory at least three times per year

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Underwriting techniquesRisk assessmentNegotiation skillsMS Office proficiencyCustomer serviceMulti-taskingCommunication skillsProblem solvingTeamworkInitiativeMotivationWork ethic

Required

Bachelors Degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

Ability to effectively and properly select, evaluate, model, determine coverage, rate, document, quote and bind accounts

Ability to effectively assess risk

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently or in a team environment to complete assignments within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed processes and standard accepted underwriting practices

Solid knowledge of underwriting philosophy and techniques

Proven problem solving and decision making skills

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to multi-task

High level of initiative and motivation

Strong work ethic with a drive to succeed

Solid customer service and relationship building skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet researching

Minimum of 2 years of related underwriting experience preferably in Excess and Surplus lines

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Minimum of 5 years underwriting experience, preferably in Excess and Surplus lines