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When you work for our client, you join a firm you can be proud of. Their ability to attract and retain some of the finest people in the Wholesale Industry speaks well of them and how they value their associates.
They have over $1 Billion in written premium throughout the United States. Our client is currently seeking a talented Energy and Environmental Underwriter to work from home.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, coordinate and quote new and renewal business with little or no supervision
- Determine coverage needs, prepare submissions for market and secure quotes
- Negotiate terms and coverage available with accessible markets
- Analyze, process and provide rating for premium and non-premium endorsements, including audits, cancellations & reinstatements
- Monitor accounts to ensure compliance with the company’s policies and procedures
- Possess and maintain an in-depth knowledge of underwriting guidelines, carrier appetite and state-specific insurance laws/regulations
- Communicate with agents on underwriting issues including cancellations, declinations, exposure concerns, and inspection results
Education and Experience Requirements
- Broad knowledge of concepts and procedures related to commercial property and casualty insurance, typically acquired through a bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least 2 years of wholesale or E&S related experience
- Ability to understand and analyze insurance policies
- Possess or obtain Property & Casualty Insurance license within 120 days of employment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Maintain and cultivate relationships with agents and insurance carriers
- Familiarity with systems like AIM & ImageRight
- Ability to manage complex workload independently with sound judgment
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to multi-task with a sense of urgency
- Teamwork skills are essential
- Strong knowledge of the E & S market within wholesale channels
Competencies
- Analytical thinking and synthesis of complex information
- Problem-solving skills
- Technical skills and continuous learning
- Customer service orientation
- Interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Effective oral and written communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Business acumen and market awareness
- Cost consciousness
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; college degree or 5 years related experience preferred
- Ability to interpret documents and communicate effectively
- Mathematical skills including basic algebra and geometry
- Reasoning ability to apply common sense and make decisions independently
- Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software
- Insurance license preferred but not required
Other Qualifications
- Ability to problem-solve and handle tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to develop relationships and demonstrate teamwork
- Willingness to travel for meetings
Physical Demands
Regularly required to sit, handle, talk, reach, and occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and focus adjustment.
Work Environment
Moderate noise level; accommodations available for disabilities.