Selective Insurance · 21 hours ago
E&S Underwriter
Dresher, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $83K/yr
1+ years expSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong financial performance. The E&S Underwriter will support business growth and profitability goals by managing submissions, underwriting rules, and providing guidance to agency partners.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Manage, underwrite and drive new business growth in accordance with company goals. Gather, analyze and evaluate risk exposure for submissions that fall outside agent authority. Document through appropriate risk documentation and work within stated authority to provide quotes that support growth and profitability goals
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of coverage forms, rating plans, and guidelines in the selection and pricing of individual risks. Evaluate risk hazards and ensure adequate pricing of individual risks through proper classification, accuracy of information and adherence to company underwriting standards and pricing philosophy. Determine appropriate solution for the agent and take necessary measure to obtain information needed to resolve inquires/transactions efficiently
Work in unison with managing General Agents and other departments to grow and maintain a profitable book of business. Work with renewal staff supporting company goals of premium and retention
Provide guidance to General Agents and other departments regarding various underwriting information. Effectively communicate underwriting decisions and appetite to agents within assigned territory. Reinforce the ease of doing business with MUSIC by meeting or exceeding agent expectations and service quality on a consistent basis
Develop, build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external customers. Work collaboratively with the regional teams to provide a seamless experience for our agency partners. Participate in the development of team goals, support team decisions, and work diligently to achieve them
Conduct continuous profit and growth analysis by territory and agency as assigned. Monitor premium retention with the use of electronic reporting tools. Provide internal reports for management as required
Effectively manage workflows to ensure submissions are resolved within SLA (Service level agreement) and that open quotes are handled efficiently to bind new business accounts
Develop knowledge of industry information, products, and competitors
Conduct agency visits as required. Must have a valid license and be able to drive an automobile to support company travel within territory. Car travel represents approximately 15% of employee’s time
Qualification
Required
Proficient in usage of all supplied desktop tools, including the automated underwriting and email systems
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers/peers
Ability to adapt to change as the company moves forward in its strategic vision
Must have valid state-issued driver's license in good standing and be able to drive an automobile
Preferred
College degree preferred
1-3 years of underwriting experience preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
20 days of paid time off
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (45)
2024 (32)
2023 (43)
2022 (30)
2021 (29)
2020 (25)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
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