Commercial Underwriter - Gainesville, FL

Tower Hill Insurance Group; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Tower Hill Insurance Group is looking for a talented Commercial Lines Underwriter to join their growing team. This role involves managing standard commercial property and casualty risks and supporting agency partners for portfolio growth.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, a minimum of one year's experience, and strong underwriting skills. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of relevant work experience.
• Property and casualty insurance designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review insurance applications to evaluate and classify policies.
• Independently underwrite and process new and renewal transactions.
• Gather and analyze reports to assess risk quality.
• Communicate underwriting decisions to agents.
• Maintain documentation and underwriting files.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Tower Hill Insurance Group has an exciting opportunity for a talented Commercial Lines Underwriter who enjoys intellectual challenges and is seeking a rewarding career with a company that is experiencing growth. Not only is Tower Hill Insurance one of Florida's most trusted names in homeowners insurance, but it offers great opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, along with very competitive benefits and rewards. We are growing at a consistent pace and seek professional individuals with drive, team mentality, who want to make an impact, and are committed to a long-term career in the insurance industry.

The Commercial Lines Underwriter is a foundational underwriting role responsible for independently managing standard commercial property and casualty risks within established authority. This position works directly with agency partners to support portfolio growth, while maintaining disciplined underwriting practices. This role also focuses on new and renewal production, policy service, and relationship development with agents, while building technical expertise and business acumen in alignment with departmental strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review insurance applications to evaluate, classify, and rate policies in accordance with company underwriting guidelines and delegated authority.
• Independently underwrite and process standard new, renewal, and interim commercial transactions.
• Gather and analyze applications, inspection reports, insurance maps, credit reports, and loss history to assess risk quality and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms.
• Communicate underwriting decisions clearly and professionally to agents, explaining coverage positions, required modifications, and pricing rationale.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with assigned agency partners to support retention and profitable growth.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Claims, and other internal departments to obtain additional information, clarify exposures, and ensure appropriate risk selection.
• Maintain documentation and underwriting files in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Develop technical knowledge and professional judgment through coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

This job description reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be considered a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations of the position. Tower Hill reserves the right to assign duties not listed herein as necessary to accomplish the goals of the organization.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience required.

CERTIFICATIONS

Property and casualty insurance industry designations preferred (i.e. Associate in General Insurance [AINS], Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter [CPCU], etc.)

LICENSES

N/A

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off & Holiday pay

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. For more information about our company, careers and Total Compensation visit: Total Compensation - Tower Hill Insurance (thig.com)

Tower Hill Insurance is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Tower Hill Insurance is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received. Candidates will not receive status updates regarding their application; however, those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by Human Resources.