Associate Underwriter — Fast-Track in E&S Insurance

Kinsale-Insurance-Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonus

Health, dental & vision insurance

PTO & 10 company holidays

Career growth & mentorship

401(k) with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Kinsale Insurance in Richmond, VA is seeking an Associate Underwriter to start on the ground floor of an analytical, fast-paced insurance career. You will be trained by experienced underwriters and work on commercial submissions, risk assessment, and profitability analysis in a collaborative team environment.

No prior underwriting experience is required; strong data analysis and communication skills are valued, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, and data-driven decision-making tools.
• A team-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset with curiosity and initiative.
• Prior experience or internships demonstrating sound judgment, quantitative ability, and growth potential.
• Aptitude for leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making.
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs) and negotiation experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and evaluating commercial insurance submissions to assess risk and profitability.
• Collaborating with senior underwriters and management on account strategies and recommendations.
• Building relationships with producers and brokers through communication and marketing efforts.
• Reviewing and classifying risks, determining coverage, rates, and premiums.
• Contributing to innovation, helping develop new products, forms, and coverage solutions.
• Monitoring performance metrics to ensure production goals and profitability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented mindset

Entrepreneurial mindset

AI tools aptitude

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PivotTables

VLOOKUPs

Job description

Kinsale Insurance in Richmond, VA is seeking an Associate Underwriter to start on the ground floor of an analytical, fast-paced insurance career. You will be trained by experienced underwriters and work on commercial submissions, risk assessment, and profitability analysis in a collaborative team environment.

No prior underwriting experience is required; strong data analysis and communication skills are valued, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.