Commercial Lines Underwriter, Remote: SC

Arbour Speciality LLC; South Carolina; Remote; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbour Specialty is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter to join our underwriting team for the South Carolina market. Fully remote option; SC.

You'll evaluate and price risks, build agency partnerships, and contribute to profitable growth in a fast-paced environment.

This role balances analytical decision-making with relationship-building and offers opportunities to develop expertise in excess & surplus lines.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of underwriting experience.
• Property & Casualty license required.
• Knowledge of Excess & Surplus Lines products.
• Experience developing and implementing marketing or business-development strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and underwriting new business submissions, renewals, endorsements, and policy changes
• Evaluating risks and making sound underwriting decisions within your authority
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with independent agency partners
• Communicating coverage decisions, modifications, and underwriting requirements to agents
• Conducting agency visits to strengthen relationships and support profitable growth
• Maintaining accurate underwriting documentation and system records
• Collaborating with team members to achieve business goals and deliver excellent service

Skills

Underwriting experience

Agency relationship development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office (Excel/Outlook)

Job description

All Jobs > Commercial Lines Underwriter, Remote: SC

Fully Remote • SC, SC

Description

Are you an experienced underwriter looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a growing specialty insurance organization?

Arbour Specialty is seeking a motivated Commercial Lines Underwriter to join our underwriting team for the South Carolina market. In this role, you'll evaluate and price risks, build strong agency partnerships, and contribute directly to profitable business growth. If you enjoy balancing analytical decision-making with relationship-building and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Underwriter, you will be responsible for managing new and renewal business while ensuring underwriting decisions align with company guidelines and profitability objectives. You'll work closely with independent agents, assess risk exposures, and help drive business development efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and underwriting new business submissions, renewals, endorsements, and policy changes
• Evaluating risks and making sound underwriting decisions within your authority
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with independent agency partners
• Communicating coverage decisions, modifications, and underwriting requirements to agents
• Conducting agency visits to strengthen relationships and support profitable growth
• Maintaining accurate underwriting documentation and system records
• Collaborating with team members to achieve business goals and deliver excellent service

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of underwriting experience
• Property & Casualty license required
• Knowledge of Excess & Surplus Lines insurance products and markets
• Experience developing and implementing marketing or business-development strategies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work independently while contributing as a collaborative team member

Why Join Arbour Specialty?

At Arbour Specialty, we're committed to providing an environment where talented professionals can grow their careers and make meaningful contributions. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced insurance professionals, develop strong agency relationships, and play a key role in our continued success.

We offer a collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work with a team that values expertise, innovation, and exceptional service.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about underwriting, relationship management, and delivering outstanding results, we'd like to hear from you.