Senior Underwriting Specialist (DE, GA, MD, NC, SC, PA, TN, VA, DC)

Great American Insurance Group; Virginia; Ibrido; USD 107.000 - 125.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Commuter benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

SCI Summit Consulting, LLC is seeking an experienced underwriting leader to evaluate and underwrite new and renewal business, aligning with guidelines and risk appetite. The role collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to gather information and guide coverage decisions.

The position requires strong risk assessment, documentation of decisions, knowledge of state and federal regulations, and the ability to mentor staff.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in risk underwriting.
• Minimum 13 years of underwriting or related field.
• Professional designations encouraged (AU, CPCU, CIC, ARM).

Mansioni

• Leads evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business.
• Develops and implements advanced risk assessment models.
• Fosters partnerships with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain information and guide coverage.
• Ensures documentation of underwriting decisions and regulatory compliance.
• Evaluates complex renewals and modifications for risk mitigation.
• Travel occasionally; mentoring and staff involvement may occur.

Conoscenze

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Formazione

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Summit provides independent insurance agents and their clients with market-leading workers’ comp insurance and elite customer service. We’re growing and currently serve more than 7,000 independent agents and 31,000 policyholders across the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic. Our strength comes from a single-minded focus on workers’ comp and a commitment to long‑term customer relationships. Summit is who you turn to when you need a specialist who not only knows workers’ comp but also gets to know your business and your priorities. Our field team members are located in every state in which we operate. Summit is a member of the Great American Insurance Group where our highest goal is for all employees to feel included, respected, and empowered to perform at their best.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Leads the evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business, ensuring alignment with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite. Develops and implements advanced risk assessment models to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms. Fosters strategic partnerships with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and provide guidance. Procures and analyzes supplementary reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to support underwriting decisions. Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations. Evaluates complex policy renewals and modifications, identifying opportunities for policy enhancements and risk mitigation. Communicates underwriting strategies and decisions effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers. Monitors and shares insights on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions. Maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business. Monitors and evaluates underwriting practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes. May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports. Performs other duties as assigned. The person hired for this position will work remotely in one of the following states: Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Washington DC. #LI-Remote

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience. Experience: Generally, a minimum of 13 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation.

Scope of Job/Qualifications

Performs work under minimal supervision. Works at the highest authority limits on the most complex assignments. Maintains expert knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Demonstrates expert analytical, risk assessment, and problem‑solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Advanced negotiation and decision‑making ability. Familiarity with marketing strategies and tools is beneficial. Recognized as the company expert in the field. May serve as the highest point of escalation for decisions regarding risk and coverage. Position requires occasional travel.

Company: SCI Summit Consulting, LLC

Salary Range:

$107,200.00 -$125,000.00

Benefits

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• wellness plans
• parental leave
• adoption assistance
• tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• employee stock purchase plan
• commuter benefits

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process.

Summit is who you turn to when you need a specialist who not only knows workers’ comp but also gets to know your business and your priorities. We provide independent insurance agents and their clients with market-leading workers’ comp insurance and elite customer service. Currently serving more than 7,000 independent agents and 31,000 policyholders across 17 states in the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic, we’re growing with more states coming soon. Our strength comes from a single-minded 100% focus on workers’ comp and a commitment to long-term customer relationships. We’re not a faceless corporation with distant headquarters. Field team members reside in every state in which we operate and are part of the fabric of local communities. As the world becomes increasingly impersonal, Summit offers a customer experience based on relationships and personal service. You’ll always be able to speak to a real human being. You’ll always receive timely answers you can trust. Insurance agents, policyholders, and injured employees can count on three things: 1) More Access. Our team members are not only masters in the field but they’re easy to reach and highly responsive when you need answers. 2) More Know‑how. You’ll get better answers from real experts and industry veterans who know workers’ comp, your business, your customers, and your region. 3) More Commitment. You’ll have collaborators who go the extra mile to serve you and who are willing to solve problems that others usually can’t.

Summit is a member of Great American Insurance Group and a subsidiary of American Financial Group, Inc (AFG). AFG’s common stock is listed and traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AFG. Career Seekers Website