Senior Underwriter Inland Marine & Property

Internationalinsuranceprofessionals; Jersey City (NJ); Ibrido; USD 63.000 - 153.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

PTO & holidays

401(k) match

Hybrid work environment

Training & development

Healthcare & wellness

Performance bonuses

College loan assistance

Educational assistance

Mentorship

Dress for your day

Descrizione del lavoro

IAT Insurance Group seeks a Senior Inland Marine & Property Underwriter to lead a growing book across Jersey City/Newark NJ, Norristown PA, or Cheshire CT. This visible, collaborative role focuses on building broker partnerships and shaping deals in key regions.

Hybrid work includes in-office Mon-Wed with remote Thu-Fri. You’ll manage risk, price thoughtfully, and structure coverage to win business while maintaining profitability.

Competenze

• 4+ years of inland marine and/or property underwriting experience.
• Solid understanding of the insurance marketplace, pricing and competitive positioning.
• Strong broker relationships that drive new and renewal business.
• Experience managing a book of business and contributing to growth.
• Pricing, risk selection, and deal structuring skills.
• Knowledge of industry trends and competitive landscape.
• Authorized to work in the United States, no visa sponsorship needed.

Mansioni

• Manage and grow a profitable book of inland marine and property business across the Region.
• Build strong relationships with agency partners to drive new business.
• Evaluate submissions, pricing, and coverage structures with sound judgment.
• Analyze loss runs, exposure changes, and underwriting data to understand risk.
• Set pricing reflecting exposure and performance using loss analysis.
• Structure accounts with deductibles and coverage adjustments to close deals.
• Review policy language for clear coverage intent.
• Coordinate with claims and internal teams on coverage questions.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Conoscenze

Inland marine underwriting

Property underwriting

Broker relationships

Pricing & risk

Book management

Market knowledge

US work authorization

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for Senior Inland Marine & Property Underwriter from our Jersey City or Newark, New Jersey; Norristown, Pennsylvania; or Cheshire, Connecticut locations.

In this position you will manage an existing portfolio while actively building new business, helping grow our footprint in regions that are key focus areas for us. You'll work closely with brokers who value strong partnership and clear, confident decision-making. Expect to be in the market shaping deals, strengthening relationships, and writing business that performs.

This isn't a behind-the-scenes role. It's visible, collaborative, and growth focused. This position follows a hybrid schedule: in the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a profitable book of inland marine and property business across the Region
• Build strong, lasting relationships with agency partners to drive consistent and high-quality new business
• Evaluate submissions, pricing, and coverage structures using sound judgment making clear, confident decisions
• Analyze loss runs, exposure changes, and underwriting data to fully understand the risk behind every account
• Set pricing that reflects exposure and performance, using loss analysis and experience to guide decisions
• Structure accounts thoughtfully, using deductibles, coverage adjustments, or other tools to get deals across the line the right way
• Review policy language and contracts to ensure coverage intent is clear-for both brokers and internal teams
• Partner with claims and internal stakeholders to clarify coverage when questions arise
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 4+ years of inland marine and/or property underwriting experience
• Solid understanding of the insurance marketplace, including pricing and competitive positioning
• Proven ability to build and maintain broker relationships that drive new and renewal business
• Experience managing a book of business while contributing to growth
• Strong skills in pricing, risk selection, and deal structuring
• Working knowledge of industry trends, products, and the broader competitive landscape
• To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.

Preferred to Have

• Industry designations CPCU, ARM, or AU
• INS21, 22 and 23
• Exposure to loss control or risk engineering-you think beyond the submission and into the actual risk

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

Compensation

Please note, that the annual gross salary range associated with this posting is $63,270 - $153,200. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographical location related to this specific role. The total compensation will include a base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit-sharing opportunities, and more.

To view details of our full benefits, please visit https://www.iatinsurancegroup.com/careers/benefits

IAT Insurance Group is the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. Insurance Answers Together® is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.

At IAT, we're committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward - driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That's why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We offer comprehensive benefits like:

• 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
• 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
• Hybrid work environment
• Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
• Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
• College Loan Assistance Support Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Dress for Your Day Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.