Underwriter I

FM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FM, a leading mutual insurance company, seeks an Underwriter I or II in New York to support account managers on underwriting details, values analysis, pricing and policy terms while expanding expertise across FM’s risk-management competencies.

You will gain training in underwriting, build client and broker relationships, and advance toward an account manager role within a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in the insurance industry with at least 2 years loss prevention engineering preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and manage diverse activities and workload.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to account managers on underwriting details such as values analysis, line-setting, reinsurance needs and placement; including rating and pricing, analysis of coverage, terms and conditions, and cross-liability analysis.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of underwriting standards, policy forms and loss prevention practices; support the Client Service department.
• Assist in development and implementation of global insurance programs to meet customer needs, in line with company policies.
• Help account managers prepare and deliver internal and external meetings, proposals and servicing activities.
• Stay current on market trends, coverage, programs, reinsurance, and developments in the insurance market.
• Manage client and broker relationships.
• Progress to attain underwriting binding authority and develop toward an account manager role.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners, who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable, represent many of the world’s largest organizations, including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions, combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.

In this role you will be responsible for developing skills in all three of the Company’s key competencies while supporting the account managers, primarily on underwriting issues.

Based on experience candidates will be considered for Underwriter I or Underwriter II.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical assistance to account managers in handling underwriting details such as values analysis, linesetting, reinsurance needs and placement. As well as, rating and pricing, analysis of coverage, terms and conditions, and cross liability analysis.
• Being a resource to the Client Service department by gaining and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of underwriting standards, policy forms and loss prevention practices.
• Aiding the Client Service team in the development and implementation of the global insurance programs that satisfy customer needs. This is while adhering to company policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Assisting account managers in the preparation and delivery of internal and external meetings, presentations, proposals and account servicing activities.
• Keeping up to date on market trends, coverage, programs, reinsurance, and the new developments in the insurance market.
• Managing client and broker relationships.
• The expectation is that you will complete all necessary training in underwriting and other areas to attain underwriting binding authority and will develop the skills, experience, and knowledge required to ultimately advance to account manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
• Experience working in the insurance industry with at least 2 years loss prevention engineering experience preferred!
• Flexibility in prioritizing and handling diverse activities and workload.
• Excellent communication skills—written, presentational and verbal. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with considerable attention to detail.
• Excellent computer skills.

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM’s comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, and time off, including vacation and sick time.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce.