Associate Underwriter

Burns & Wilcox; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $65k-$80k

CE courses via Kaufman Institute

Health, Vision & Dental

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, sick time, holidays

Wellness program access

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Burns & Wilcox, the leading wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager in North America, seeks a Senior Associate Underwriter. The role focuses on renewal and new business, risk evaluation, and pricing to support an Underwriter’s book of business.

You will mentor junior underwriters, contribute to marketing plans, and travel to strengthen client relationships. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of underwriting support or related experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 3+ years of personal underwriting support or industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriter’s book of business, focused on renewals and new business.
• Evaluate, classify, and rate each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing to prepare quotes.
• Assist Underwriters to develop and execute marketing plans to drive new and renewal business, including in-person agency visits, telemarketing and distributing marketing materials.
• Mentor and train Associate Underwriters as needed.
• Travel when necessary to foster strong client relationships.

Skills

Underwriting

Sales skills

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Burns & Wilcox, the flagship organization of H.W. Kaufman Group, is North America’s leading wholesale insurance broker and underwriting manager. Burns & Wilcox offers wide ranging and comprehensive solutions to serve retail insurance brokers and agents of all sizes, from the large houses to the more than 30,000 independent brokers and agents worldwide. Fueled by its freedom from Wall Street and private equity, Burns & Wilcox is a privately owned company whose standards of service, depth of market relationships and outstanding talent are unsurpassed in the specialty insurance sector.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Summary

When someone needs coverage for the unique, the unusual, or the unconventional, they come to Burns & Wilcox. Burns & Wilcox offers unparalleled resources and exposure for those looking to grow their career in the specialty insurance industry. We are looking for candidates with an entrepreneurial spirit, drive for career advancement and desire to develop relationships to join our team as a Senior Associate Underwriter. Our Senior Associates underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriter’s book of business, support renewal and new business development, and have the opportunity to achieve full underwriting authority.

• Underwrite and supervise a portion of an Underwriter’s book of business, focused on renewals and new business
• Evaluate, classify, and rate each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing to prepare quotes
• Assist Underwriters to develop and execute marketing plans to drive new and renewal business, including in-person agency visits, telemarketing and distributing marketing materials
• Mentor and train Associate Underwriters as needed
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of personal underwriting support or industry experience
• Strong sales and marketing skills required Proven organization skills and ability with a strong attention to detail
• Interest in continued education and professional development to obtain full underwriting authority
• Travel when necessary in order to foster strong client relationships

Benefits

• Base compensation of $65,000 to $80,000 based upon experience
• Employer paid continuing education courses and designations via access to Kaufman Institute
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision and dental
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Access to Kaufman Wellness Program
• Flexible and hybrid work options