Professional Liability Underwriter

Forrest T. Jones & Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forrest T. Jones & Company, Inc. is seeking an underwriter to manage the Educators Professional Liability Program.

You will underwrite, rate, and issue direct written business for new and renewal accounts, ensuring compliance with guidelines and timely communication with applicants and carriers. The role emphasizes excellent customer service, thorough review of applications, and collaboration with partners to secure accurate risk assessment.

Qualifications

• P&C or professional liability underwriting experience.
• P&C Agent License.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, verify rating, and issue direct written business for new and renewal accounts.
• Provide excellent customer service to direct written business.
• Timely handling of direct business – review, underwrite per guidelines and communicate with the applicant and the carrier.
• Thorough review of all applications, communicate with applicant for additional underwriting information needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

Forrest T. Jones & Company, Inc., and its affiliates (“FTJ”), provide insurance and insurance related services to clients, corporations, employers, members of associations and individuals. These services include providing benefits through innovative life and health insurance plans, financial services, and customized insurance products for niche markets.

Position Summary

Responsible for underwriting, verifying rating, and issuing direct written business for new and renewal accounts for the Educators Professional Liability Program.

Expectations

• Provide excellent customer service to direct written business
• Timely handling of direct business – review, underwrite per the guidelines and communicate with the applicant and the carrier
• Thorough review of all applications, communicate with applicant for additional underwriting information needed

Competencies

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office software, including Word and Excel
• Excellent Organization, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Self-Motivated/Self-Starter
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Advanced Analytical Skills
• Documentation, Monitoring and Reporting
• Detailed, Accurate & Efficient

Requisites

• P&C or professional liability underwriting experience
• P&C Agent License

We offer comprehensive benefits to full-time employees including company-paid medical, STD, LTD and life insurance plus voluntary dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, 401(k) with company matching, generous paid time off and much more.

We encourage applicants of all ages and experience, as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s age.

ALL OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE PASSING OF A DRUG SCREEN AND BACKGROUND CHECK.