Underwriter - Social Services Program

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Cambridge (MD); Remote; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallagher is seeking an Underwriter to analyze insurance applications and manage large or high-risk Human Services accounts in a remote US role. You will build relationships with retail and carrier contacts while developing underwriting strategies to drive growth and profitability.

Required: Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience, plus working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess insurance applications, evaluate risks, and determine the right coverage and pricing for Human Services accounts.
• Work with accounts in helping them make informed decisions and create tailored insurance solutions.
• Develop underwriting strategies, monitor team performance, and generate reports to track key metrics like policy performance and market trends.
• Build strong relationships with retail and carrier contacts which will be a key part of success.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current within the industry.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong analytical skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

At RPS, we don’t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We’re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You’ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you’re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way.

Overview

As an Underwriter, you’ll analyze insurance applications and manage large or high-risk clients that are within the Social Services/Human Services sector. This position will be responsible for handling both new business and renewals within their assigned territory and work to build strong relationships with retail and carrier contacts while driving business growth and profitability. As an Underwriter in the Human Services niche, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our mission by delivering exceptional service and expertise.

This is a remote opportunity within the United States.

How you’ll make an impact

• Assess insurance applications, evaluate risks, and determine the right coverage and pricing for Human Services accounts.


• Work with accounts in helping them make informed decisions and create tailored insurance solutions.


• Develop underwriting strategies, monitor team performance, and generate reports to track key metrics like policy performance and market trends.


• Build strong relationships with retail and carrier contacts which will be a key part of success.


• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current within the industry.

About You

Required: Bachelor's degree and 2 years related experience required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office.

Behaviors: Detail oriented; strong analytical skills and good communication and interpersonal skills

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation


• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being


• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning


• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership


• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)