Underwriter- Commercial Lines

USLI; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

USLI in Oak Brook, IL is seeking an experienced underwriter who will evaluate submissions, underwrite risk, and manage customer requests with a focus on service excellence.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships, collaborating with underwriting, claims, IT, and business development, and contributing to product development while applying market insights and sound judgment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of underwriting experience in Commercial Property and Casualty, Personal, or Management and Professional Liability lines.
• Insurance-related course work (CPCU, RPLU, etc.) is a plus.
• Or: 5+ years in any of the following: other insurance roles, legal services, or related fields.
• Willingness to travel to maintain effective customer interactions (for travel roles).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and underwrite: Assess and manage submissions with precision, adhering to guidelines.
• Customer engagement: Address quotes, re-quotes, and endorsements with a customer-first mindset.
• Relationship building: Cultivate and maintain strong customer relationships to drive growth.
• Collaborative approach: Partner with Underwriting, Business Development, Claims, IT, and more.
• Innovative contribution: Research market trends and support product development.

Skills

Attitude and growth mindset

Customer-centric mindset

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

CPCU / RPLU or similar

Insurance coursework

Job description

About Us:

At USLI, we’re not just about insurance — we are committed to making a difference, both internally and externally. Our community is built upon five values: Caring, Attitude, Respect, Empathy and Energy. Our commitment to these values leads us to make better decisions and furthers our true sense of community. By joining our team, you'll be part of a vibrant organization that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of insurance and make a meaningful impact.

Your Role:

As an underwriter, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, driving success by evaluating submissions, handling customer requests, and building strong relationships. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where creativity and strategic thinking are highly valued. Join us to be part of a team that’s respected for delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and underwrite: Assess and manage submissions with precision, adhering to our guidelines and delegated authority


• Customer engagement: Address quotes, re-quotes, and endorsements with a customer-first mindset, ensuring top-tier service


• Relationship building: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers, addressing their needs and driving business growt


• Collaborative approach: Partner with teams across Underwriting as well as Business Development, Claims, IT, and more, contributing to a unified and effective operation


• Innovative contribution: Stay ahead of the curve by researching market trends, analyzing competitive information, and supporting product development

What You’ll Bring:

• Attitude: A positive and growth-focused mindset combined with a caring attitude committed to USLI’s success, with the grit and resiliency to make it happen


• Customer-centric focus: A dedication to placing our customers at the center of everything you do


• Analytical mindset: Strong decision-making abilities, with a blend of data analysis and critical thinking


• Team collaboration: A proactive, team-oriented approach with excellent relationship-building skills


• Adaptability: Ability to navigate and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving business landscape

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3+ years of underwriting experience in Commercial Property and Casualty, Personal, or Management and Professional Liability lines


• Insurance-related course work (CPCU, RPLU, etc.) is a plus


• Or: 5+ years in any of the following:


• Other insurance roles (e.g., sales, claims, agent/broker)


• Legal services (e.g., attorney, paralegal)


• Travel: Willingness to travel as needed to maintain effective customer interactions (for travel roles)

Salary Range:

$65,000-115,000

What We Offer:

One of the advantages of working at USLI is the competitive salary and benefits program we offer full-time and eligible part-time employees. Benefits include performance-based triannual bonuses, medical benefits paid at 100% for full-time employees and 80% for eligible part-time employees, a profit-sharing program, free lunch every day while onsite, and more than 450 annual personal and professional development courses. Explore more company benefits.

Why USLI?

At USLI, we are committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community that celebrates the rich diversity of all ethnicities, nationalities, abilities, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, and life experiences. We understand the importance of continuous learning, self-reflection, acknowledging our biases, and expanding our perspectives beyond our own. We actively encourage open dialogue on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to support a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute at their fullest potential. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment where our shared values drive us toward excellence.