Senior Underwriter

Builders

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus Structure

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

PTO

Job summary

An insurance services firm in Atlanta is hiring a Senior Underwriter. This role involves evaluating, selecting, and underwriting policies while managing workflows and training staff. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of underwriting experience, particularly in property and casualty insurance. A strong focus on maintaining service quality and profitability is essential. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus structure, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Qualifications

Ability to make sound underwriting decisions and manage complex accounts.
Knowledge of the construction industry and specialized expertise in worker’s compensation.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, select, and underwrite policies within a designated coverage area.
Manage workflows, staff training, and development.
Prepare accurate and comprehensive quotes for agent consideration.

Skills

Analysis

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Insurance or related discipline

Four or more years of multi-line property and casualty underwriting experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Function specific software applications

Job description

Overview

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Integrity. Care. Trust. Compassion. Expertise.

Do these words resonate with you? These values of Builders culture create success in all we do. We strive to provide deeply supportive partnerships to our customers, agents, and each other.

Builders is proud to be named among the Great Places to Work. Our award-winning culture has earned top marks in Company Direction, Employee Appreciation, Work-Life Balance, Leadership, and Compensation and Benefits. Our strong culture keeps us Built Strong in a forever-changing world, and our AM Best A Rating is evidence of our financial strength.

Responsibilities

The Senior Underwriter is responsible for evaluating, selecting, and underwriting policies within a designated coverage area, ensuring alignment with the standards and objectives of established insurance programs.

Serve in a lead capacity by managing workflows, providing direction, and assisting with staff training and development.
Evaluate new applications, endorsements and loss information to determine risk eligibility.
Apply underwriting guidelines, pricing models and company strategy to ensure profitable and sustainable risk selection.
Exercise sound judgment within delegated authority when making decisions regarding risk acceptance and pricing.
Assess and price risks based on exposure, loss history and prevailing market conditions.
Prepare and revise accurate, comprehensive quotes for agent consideration.
Identify and recommend pricing, or coverage adjustments, to enhance program competitiveness and profitability.
Review monthly renewals for potential pricing adjustments or non-renewal recommendations.
Maintain clear and professional communication with agents regarding renewals, coverage modifications and underwriting decisions.
Partner with Claims, Loss Control, Marketing and other departments to service accounts, address issues and support loss mitigation efforts.
Contribute to the refinement of underwriting guidelines, workflow improvements and system enhancements.
Support the adoption and optimization of underwriting technology tools to drive efficiency and performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Insurance or related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Four or more years of multi-line property and casualty underwriting experience
Knowledge of the construction industry with specialized expertise in worker’s compensation
Ability to make sound underwriting decisions, manage complex accounts and maintain profitability
Skill in interpersonal interactions with the ability to collaborate across teams and build strong agent relationships
Skill in analysis, negotiation and problem solving
Skill in time management and prioritization with high attention to detail
Ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and function specific software applications

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Bonus Structure
Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
401K with Company Match
PTO

About Builders

Builders is a mid-sized mutual with remarkable strengths. Rated A by AM Best, Builders has forged rock-solid financial strength and a reputation for reliability and fairness in fulfilling our promises to customers. Kind, collaborative, and customer-centric, our experienced and passionate teams foster a rewarding atmosphere of excellence, trust, and mutual respect, meriting the “Culture Excellence” honors from Top Workplaces. Flexible and highly personal, our experts leverage deeply supportive partnerships with knowledgeable independent agencies to drive better services and protection for policyholders.

Our financial excellence, amazing people, and powerful partnerships build outstanding outcomes and peace of mind for our agents and their clients. This is what we mean by Insurance Built Strong.

Builders Insurance Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and don\'t discriminate based on any protected status. Join us in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace! If, during the application process you need assistance, or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact .

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