Remote Commercial Lines Underwriter – SC Growth

Arbour Specialty; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbour Specialty is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter for the South Carolina market with remote options. You will evaluate risks, price submissions, and build agency partnerships to drive profitable growth, while balancing analytical decision-making with relationship-building.

The role emphasizes managing new and renewal business, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with team members to meet company goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of underwriting experience.
• Property & Casualty license required.
• Knowledge of Excess & Surplus Lines 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 (Excel/Word/Outlook).
• Ability to work independently while contributing as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and underwriting new business submissions, renewals, endorsements, and policy changes.
• Evaluating risks and making underwriting decisions within authority.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with independent agency partners.
• Communicating coverage decisions 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 service excellence.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Property & Casualty license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

All Jobs > Commercial Lines Underwriter, Remote: SC

Fully Remote • SC, SC

Description

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 Commercial Lines Underwriter to join our underwriting team for the South Carolina market. In this role, you'll 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.

Apply today and become part of the Arbour Specialty team.