Underwriter

Rokstone Construction Risk Underwriters; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Hybrid work model

Job summary

A leading underwriting firm in Alpharetta, Georgia, is seeking a candidate for underwriting large commercial Builder’s Risk. The role requires strong analytical skills and 3+ years of experience in Builder’s Risk or Property Underwriting. Responsibilities include technical risk assessment, maintaining a profitable portfolio, and effective communication with brokers and clients. The company values inclusivity and offers a hybrid work model, promoting a diverse workplace for all employees.

Qualifications

• Completion of insurance industry specific courses/licenses.
• 3+ years of Builder’s Risk or Property Underwriting Experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting large commercial Builder’s Risk.
• Technical risk assessment, pricing, and deal structure.
• Building and maintaining a profitable portfolio of accounts.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Sales and marketing abilities

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Four-year college degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role Summary

You will be responsible for underwriting large commercial Builder’s Risk. Communication and negotiations will be an essential part of the day to day functions.

Role Accountabilities

• Technical risk assessment, pricing, and deal structure.
• Skilful, decisive, and selective underwriting.
• Building and maintaining a profitable portfolio of accounts.
• Developing creative solutions unique to customers’ needs while safeguarding our carrier partners’ bottom line.
• Marketing to approved Retail Brokers.
• Coordinating Loss Prevention/ Risk Engineering services both internally and with our vendor partners
• Compliance with all internal and external guidelines and legal requirements.
• New business acquisition and servicing of existing customers.
• Work collaboratively with a team of underwriters and underwriter assistants.

Role Requirements

• Minimum position requirements include a four-year college degree or the equivalent in relevant industry experience.
• Completion of insurance industry specific courses/licenses.
• 3+ Years of Builder’s Risk or Property Underwriting Experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as sales and marketing abilities.
• Effectively communicate and negotiate with senior personnel, brokers, and clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office) are critical for the success of this position.

Skills and Abilities

• Outcome-focused.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Team worker with the ability to work on their own initiative.
• Professional approach to relationships.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to research and investigate.

Management Duties

• No.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe that our diversity makes us stronger and we are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.

We value applicants from all backgrounds and foster a culture of inclusivity. We understand the need for flexibility, so work in a hybrid model. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Employees working within an underwriting role must have a license to work in that capacity upon commencing employment with us.