Senior Underwriter

EMC Insurance; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 93,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

EMC Insurance is seeking a seasoned commercial lines underwriter to manage high-volume accounts with strong underwriting authority. You will evaluate complex risks, price appropriately, and build agency partnerships while guiding less experienced staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration with marketing, clear risk communication, and leadership within the underwriting team. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk analysis

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Presentation

Leadership

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media

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.

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 of the following:

$92,670 - $128,045 or $102,443 - $140,845

A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs.

For information relating to the benefits EMC Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package, please visit www.emcins.com/careers.

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