Renewal Underwriter: Risk & Client Retention Specialist

Risk Placement Services, Inc.; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career development

People-first culture

Global reach

Job summary

Risk Placement Services, Inc. is seeking a Renewal Underwriter to manage an existing book of business and ensure profitable renewal retention across assigned accounts. You will review renewal risk, analyze exposures, and make sound underwriting decisions aligned with carrier guidelines.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication as you collaborate with brokers, agents, and internal teams to secure timely renewals and maintain relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented; strong analytical skills and good communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage renewal business across assigned accounts and territories.
• Evaluate risks by reviewing account characteristics, loss history, exposures, and underwriting information.
• Determine whether to renew, modify, or decline risks based on underwriting guidelines and carrier requirements.
• Analyze property, casualty, and other relevant risk factors to ensure profitability and compliance.
• Collaborate with brokers, agents, carrier partners, and internal teams to obtain information necessary for underwriting decisions.
• Communicate underwriting decisions and provide support in explaining coverage, pricing, and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate underwriting documentation and account records.
• Assist in servicing and managing existing accounts to support client retention and satisfaction.
• Monitor renewal timelines and ensure timely processing of renewals.
• Stay informed on market conditions, underwriting trends, and carrier appetite changes.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Risk Placement Services, Inc. is seeking a Renewal Underwriter to manage an existing book of business and ensure profitable renewal retention across assigned accounts. You will review renewal risk, analyze exposures, and make sound underwriting decisions aligned with carrier guidelines.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication as you collaborate with brokers, agents, and internal teams to secure timely renewals and maintain relationships.