Senior Underwriter - Casualty Programs

110 McGriff Insurance Svcs; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

CRC Group in the United States seeks an experienced Underwriter to lead production, oversee renewals, and build strong client relationships.

You will supervise teams, underwrite new and renewal business, and actively market program products while ensuring adherence to company guidelines and risk controls.

This role requires a bachelor's degree or appropriate insurance designation, active licensure, leadership ability, and willingness to travel to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or appropriate insurance designation.
• Five years of experience as an active Underwriter or seven years in the insurance industry.
• Must be licensed in corresponding areas of insurance as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and analyze necessary components of insurance policies.
• Ability to understand the client's needs and have knowledge of the risk profiles associated.
• Recognize new trends and developments in the insurance industry and be able to incorporate into strategies.
• Must have knowledge of commercial multi-line underwriting and rating.
• Must have ability to use company automation to include Windows, Delphi, Word, DocuCorp, Rackley ISO Rating Software.
• Ability to develop, foster, and maintain an excellent working relationship with agencies.
• Leadership and team playing skills.
• Exercise discretion in making decisions.
• Maintain current knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Maintain travel schedule depending on the needs of clients, Agents, and new business.
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed production goals as assigned by Management.
• Underwrite new and renewal business.
• Supervise of team(s) ensuring all pertinent information is communicated.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with clients.
• Market all program products and services to clients.
• Communicate properly and timely with all producers regarding submissions and decisions for new or renewal business.
• Approve and disapprove endorsement requests according to internal and Company guidelines.
• Monitor accounts to ensure compliance with the firm's policies and procedures.
• Monitor production, hit ratios, renewal retention ratios spread of risk and other production and quality measures to minimize risk and predict future success.
• Review and handle policy servicing requests (endorsement, audits, Company requests, Certificates, Premium Finance Notices and Cancellations, etc.) appropriately.
• Review inspection reports and compare to the conditions that were represented at the time of binding and take appropriate or needed actions.
• Meet or exceed file documentation standards, comply with underwriting authority level standards and pass all audits - both internal and external.
• Maintain necessary licenses to produce business.

Skills

Underwriting

Leadership

Client relations

Risk analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or appropriate insurance designation

Tools

Windows

Delphi

Word

DocuCorp

Rackley ISO

Job description

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.

Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

• Meet or exceed production goals as assigned by Management.
• Underwrite new and renewal business.
• Supervise of team(s) ensuring all pertinent information is communicated.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with clients.
• Market all program products and services to clients.
• Communicate properly and timely with all producers regarding submissions and decisions for new or renewal business.
• Approve and disapprove endorsement requests according to internal and Company guidelines.
• Monitor accounts to ensure compliance with the firm's policies and procedures.
• Monitor production, hit ratios, renewal retention ratios spread of risk and other production and quality measures to minimize risk and predict future success.
• Review and handle policy servicing requests (endorsement, audits, Company requests, Certificates, Premium Finance Notices and Cancellations, etc.) appropriately.
• Review inspection reports and compare to the conditions that were represented at the time of binding and take appropriate or needed actions.
• Meet or exceed file documentation standards, comply with underwriting authority level standards and pass all audits - both internal and external.
• Maintain necessary licenses to produce business.

QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree or appropriate insurance designation
• Five years of experience as an active Underwriter or seven years of experience in the insurance industry
• Must be licensed in corresponding areas of insurance as necessary
• Must be able to understand and analyze necessary components of insurance policies
• Ability to understand the client's needs and have knowledge of the risk profiles associated
• Recognize new trends and developments in the insurance industry and be able to incorporate into strategies
• Must have knowledge of commercial multi-line underwriting and rating
• Must have ability to use company automation to include Windows, Delphi, Word, DocuCorp, Rackley ISO Rating Software
• Ability to develop, foster, and maintain an excellent working relationship with agencies
• Leadership and team playing skills
• Exercise discretion in making decisions
• Maintain current knowledge of the insurance industry
• Good written and verbal skills
• Maintain travel schedule depending on the needs of clients, Agents, and new business
• Ability to work extended hours when necessary

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group

Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match.

CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more.

Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law.

CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Join CRC Group, a leader in specialty wholesale insurance, and take your career to new heights. We're a dynamic team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Why CRC Group?

• Growth: Advance your career with our learning and leadership development programs.
• Innovation: Work in a forward-thinking environment that values new ideas.
• Community: Be part of a supportive team that celebrates success together.
• Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, health benefits, and retirement plans.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you value integrity and are driven to succeed, CRC Group is the place for you.