Production Underwriter (Remote)

Selective Insurance; Vermont; Remote; USD 84,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Selective Insurance is seeking a Production Underwriter to manage relationships with agents and underwrite new business. This remote role requires strong marketing and communication skills, with responsibilities including monitoring agency results and ensuring compliance. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Stock purchase program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Strong marketing skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Relevant experience in underwriting and sales implied.

Responsibilities

• Work with agents to write profitable new business and achieve agency goals.
• Market and underwrite small and large accounts according to standards.
• Develop professional relationships with agents and regional teams.

Skills

Marketing skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internal software

Job description

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About Us

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Our recognition includes listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2024 and certification as a Great Place to Work in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered to be their true, unique selves, contributing diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives. We serve our customers responsibly by helping mitigate loss, ensuring safety, and restoring lives and businesses after an insured loss.

Overview

This role serves as a liaison between the company and agents, acting as a relationship manager for agents, regional underwriting, and corporate departments. It involves working with agents in supported and unsupported territories, focusing on new business submissions and digital interactions. The position is primarily inside-office, with occasional travel to meet agency partners. All duties must comply with legal and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

1. Work with agents to write profitable new business, achieve agency goals, and support busy AMS with overflow.
2. Market and underwrite small and large accounts according to underwriting standards and criteria.
3. Make consistent underwriting decisions, adhere to pricing philosophies, and promote ease of doing business via digital channels.
4. Monitor agency results, follow up on growth, profitability, and compliance, and find solutions to problems.
5. Develop professional relationships with agents, regional teams, claims, and corporate departments.
6. Maintain open communication with agents, encouraging the use of all Selective systems.
7. Stay informed about industry developments and changes that could affect the company.
8. Assist with regional needs, including coverage on accounts and book roll opportunities.
9. May involve limited automobile travel to assigned agents, representing about 5% of work time.

Qualifications

• Strong marketing skills, entrepreneurial mindset, excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and capable of working independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internal software.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing for occasional travel.

Education and Experience

Details not specified, but relevant experience in underwriting and sales is implied.

Total Rewards

Includes competitive salary, incentives, health benefits, retirement plan with company match, stock purchase program, tuition assistance, and paid time off. Salary range varies by location and experience, approximately USD $84,000 to USD $127,000 annually.

Additional Information

Selective is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a welcoming culture that values different perspectives and experiences.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Insurance