Production Underwriter/Broker

USG Insurance Services, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible spending accounts

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A national wholesale broker is seeking an Insurance Broker to develop and manage relationships with retail insurance agents. The role involves soliciting new business, assessing accounts, and negotiating terms within the property and casualty insurance sector. Ideal candidates should have at least three years of experience in wholesale brokerage or carrier roles, strong sales skills, and knowledge of insurance products. This position offers remote or hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 years of wholesale broker/MGA or carrier experience, ideally in excess and surplus lines.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and capable of thriving in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of property and casualty insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop network relationships with retail insurance agents.
• Solicit new business through sales and marketing techniques.
• Assess accounts and negotiate terms.

Skills

Wholesale broker/MGA or carrier experience

Sales skills

Property and casualty insurance knowledge

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Education

P&C License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Hours: 8:30-5:00 Local Time

Location: Remote or hybrid, depending on your area

Compensation: $50,000 - $150,000

Offices: At USG, we empower our team members with the flexibility to opt for remote, hybrid, or fully in-office schedules. Presently, we operate nine physical branch locations across the United States:

• California: Irvine
• Florida: Tampa
• Idaho: Sandpoint
• Illinois: Chicago
• Louisiana: Covington
• Minnesota: Shoreview
• Pennsylvania: Canonsburg
• Texas: Arlington and Houston

Who We Are

Welcome to USG, a distinguished national wholesale broker and managing general agent (MGA) with a prominent presence across the nation. Our extensive network spans over 400 different markets and we proudly write business in all 50 states.

USG has consistently earned recognition for our excellence, being ranked as a 5-star MGA by Insurance Business of America for four consecutive years. Moreover, we take pride in our continuous acknowledgment as a Top Insurance Workplace over the past five years, as voted on by our current team members.

Understanding that a fulfilling culture is paramount in career satisfaction, we at USG prioritize fostering a collaborative and mentoring-focused environment. We recognize the pivotal role each team member plays in our success, emphasizing hands‑on training to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident in their role. At USG, we actively empower our team members to bring their authentic selves to the workplace, recognizing that fostering diversity is essential for a thriving, creative, and dynamic professional environment.

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, embracing cutting‑edge technology is not just a choice but a necessity for staying relevant in the marketplace. Our in‑house IT development and support teams, located in Canonsburg, PA, expertly oversee and manage both our proprietary and third‑party systems, ensuring our sales operations stay at the forefront of technological advancement.

Embark on your professional journey with USG, where it's more than just a job – it's a vibrant and supportive community committed to nurturing your success.

The Role Itself

In this role, you will engage directly with our primary customer, the independent Property and Casualty Retail Agent. Acting as a representative for either our contract or brokerage carriers, you will be responsible for soliciting, underwriting, marketing, and ultimately securing coverage for our business enterprises within the excess and surplus lines marketplace. Effective relationship‑building skills are crucial to collaborate with our partners, aiming to cultivate a profitable book of business.

Responsibilities include

• Develop a network of relationships with retail insurance agents, soliciting new business through sales and marketing techniques
• Build relationships with our in house binding and brokerage markets
• Be creative in assessing accounts and negotiating terms
• Handle accounts of all sizes through the life‑cycle, including administrative workflows in conjunction with the support team(s) to establish accurate and prompt responses to service issues
• Consistently demonstrate a professional, positive, team‑oriented attitude
• Travel and attend company approved conferences, seminars, and other educational activities required to stay current on latest developments, trends, and regulations in the marketplace

What We Are Looking For

• 3 years of either wholesale broker/MGA or carrier experience, excess & surplus lines preferred
• Must be a sales driven “people person” who likes to establish new relationships while learning communication strategies and sales methods.
• Energetic, self‑motivated, goal oriented, and able to thrive in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required. E&S License preferred, but not required.
• Must be experienced in Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook Adobe Reader, and other Windows based software applications.
• Ability to quickly learn new programs and applications.

What USG has to offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
  • Company‑paid benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D, and Team member Assistance Program
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Dependent Care
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• A week of hands‑on, in‑person training to meet our corporate team
• Access to 24/7 virtual training through USG University
• Outstanding Company Holiday Schedule and Generous Paid Time Off Package
• Potential for exponential growth in the company

Join Us!

If you're excited about the wholesale industry and are ready to contribute your skills and passion to a dynamic team, USG Insurance Services is the perfect company for you. We're looking for individuals who share our entrepreneurial spirit and are eager to help us shape the future of wholesale insurance.

Visit https://www.usgins.com/index.aspx to learn more about our work, our team, and the opportunities we have available.