Production Underwriter

Amynta Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amynta Group is seeking a Production Underwriter to lead underwriting and marketing efforts across approved states. The role includes managing relationships with agents, developing a profitable portfolio, and analyzing risks to ensure sustained growth.

The ideal candidate will have 5-7+ years of underwriting experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to ongoing education. This position requires the ability to work independently and travel for agency visits.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of production underwriting or 2+ years of commercial underwriting experience.
• Proven sales results and client service experience required.
• Property & Casualty Agent’s license in the residing state preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the book of business for profitable growth.
• Maintain relationships with agents and broker partners.
• Develop a profitable underwriting portfolio.

Skills

Analytical skills

Sales results

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Production (Underwriter) is responsible for underwriting and marketing accounts throughout approved states/territories, developing new business, managing assigned agencies, selecting advantageous risks, and building a profitable portfolio of accounts. The role requires working closely with the underwriting department to analyze applicant risk, monitoring loss ratios, and taking corrective action to remain profitable. Regular marketing presentations to prospective clients and ongoing agent performance development are also key responsibilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Own the results of the book of business, balancing distribution and risk selection to drive profitable growth.
• Maintain and lead relationships with assigned agents and broker partners.
• Engage in activities to generate submissions and close accounts.
• Develop and underwrite a profitable portfolio in support of business plans.
• Structure tailor‑made solutions, taking into account underwriting parameters and exposure.
• Monitor premiums, costs, and claims ratios per contract and take corrective measures as necessary.
• Evaluate appropriate risk premium to ensure profitability, considering reinsurance, capital exposure, and operating costs.
• Comply with underwriting control standards for business written through delegated authority.
• Engage with leadership to solve problems and support business unit initiatives.
• Support leadership with presentations and special projects as Centers of Expertise or as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5–7+ years of production underwriting experience or 2+ years of commercial underwriting experience (for Sr. Production Underwriter).
• Proven sales results and client service experience.
• Extensive knowledge of underwriting philosophy, processes, and practice.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Effective relationship‑management skills with a customer‑focused approach.
• Ability to develop and execute a tactical underwriting plan.
• Active listening and emotional intelligence.
• Independent work ability and strong time‑management skills.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Property & Casualty Agent’s license in the residing state, or willingness to obtain CPCU, AU‑M, CIC designations (a plus).
• Willingness & ability to travel for agency visits and industry functions.
• Commitment to continuing education to maintain necessary credentials.

EEO Statement

The Amynta Group (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of any ground of discrimination protected by applicable human rights legislation. The information collected is solely used to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. The Company will accommodate a candidate to the point of undue hardship. Please inform the Company’s personnel representative if you require any accommodation in the application process.