Personal Lines Underwriter-Remote, AL

Arbour Specialty; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbour Specialty in Alabama seeks a seasoned Personal Lines Underwriter to evaluate risks, price policies, and build agency partnerships for profitable growth. Manage new and renewal submissions in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years of underwriting experience, a P&C license, and strong analytical and communication skills to support independent agents. This role offers remote/hybrid options and opportunities to influence underwriting guidelines.

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.

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

15+ years of underwriting experience

P&C license

Excess & Surplus Lines knowledge

Marketing / business development

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong written & verbal communication

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

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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 Personal Lines Underwriter to join our underwriting team for the Alabama market. In this role, you will 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.