Entry Underwriter: Excess & Surplus (Hybrid)

IAT Insurance Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Educational assistance

Job summary

IAT Insurance Group in the United States is launching an Associate Underwriter program designed to build a strong foundation in underwriting. This entry-level role offers structured mentorship, exposure to risk evaluation, and opportunities to learn across the Excess and Surplus unit in offices such as Jersey City, Newark, Cheshire, and Kansas City.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote work days.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree or equivalent applicable experience.
• Equivalent experience defined as 4 years in insurance industry.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Excellent oral and written communication; leadership and organization.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate information to determine risk acceptability and pricing.
• Make decisions based on information evaluation.
• Communicate underwriting and pricing decisions clearly.
• Document decisions per guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Develop relationships with agency personnel and internal staff.
• Act with urgency on inquiries and requests.
• Support new business opportunities with agents.
• Manage small territory with mentor oversight.
• Assist with reporting and project work.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Leadership

Time management

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

IAT Insurance Group in the United States is launching an Associate Underwriter program designed to build a strong foundation in underwriting. This entry-level role offers structured mentorship, exposure to risk evaluation, and opportunities to learn across the Excess and Surplus unit in offices such as Jersey City, Newark, Cheshire, and Kansas City.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote work days.