Senior Commercial Underwriter

EMC Insurance; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving lives through teamwork and impactful contributions. This remote position offers a chance to excel in underwriting while collaborating with marketing representatives and mentoring less experienced underwriters. You'll evaluate complex accounts, develop agency relationships, and ensure superior customer experiences. With a competitive salary range and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the insurance industry while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in commercial lines underwriting.
• Bachelor's degree in insurance or business administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Selects and maintains a profitable book of business for assigned territory.
• Evaluates complex accounts for risk selection and pricing.

Skills

Underwriting and Risk Analysis

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Leadership Qualities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Insurance or Business Administration

CPCU Designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together.

**This position can be performed remotely for candidates who reside in KY, IN, or OH**

Essential Functions:

• Selects, grows and maintains a profitable book of business for assigned high-volume territory with a high level of underwriting authority
• Evaluates and analyzes highly complex accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes
• Develops and fosters agency relationships
• Collaborates with marketing representatives to ensure agents receive superior customer experiences
• Offers appropriate coverage for exposures and explains decisions to agents
• Coordinates with marketing and branch management in the agency planning and review processes
• Serves as a mentor for less experienced underwriters

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration
• Five years of experience in commercial lines underwriting
• Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
• Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively before groups
• Strong presentation skills preferred
• Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently
• Demonstrated leadership qualities
• Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if traveling

The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either the $83,000-$115,000 range or the $92,000-$127,000 range. A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, includingrelevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs.

Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination due to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, active military status, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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