Underwriting Specialist (Commercial P&C)

Amerisure; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Performance-based incentive pay

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with profit sharing

Generous paid time off programs

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Amerisure is seeking an Underwriter to manage a portfolio of new and renewal accounts. This hybrid position requires 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, based in Dallas, TX. The candidate will evaluate risk, negotiate accounts, and maintain strong relationships with agency partners.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree, 3+ years of underwriting experience, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Benefits include competitive pay, performance incentives, and a comprehensive health plan.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years’ underwriting experience in commercial middle market insurance.
• CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply underwriting judgement to price and negotiate large accounts.
• Assess and select new business opportunities.
• Provide service excellence to agency partners.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key agency contacts.
• Maintain organized underwriting documentation.
• Utilize underwriting tools for risk assessment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of new and renewal accounts, ensuring informed risk selection and pricing decisions in alignment with profitability goals and underwriting guidelines. Cultivates relationships with agency partners to support successful negotiations, drive new business growth, and maintain portfolio quality.
Hybrid position: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Location: Dallas, TX.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply underwriting judgement to price and negotiate large and complex accounts in alignment with Amerisure risk evaluation process and renewal framework.
• Assess and select for new business opportunities to align with Amerisure’s profitability goals and risk appetite.
• Provide service excellence to agency partners, adhering to established service standards to support agency relationships and business objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key agency contacts to enable successful negotiation and ensure successful account acquisition and retention.
• Attain established underwriting performance metrics for both new and renewal accounts.
• Maintain organized and thorough underwriting documentation in accordance with Amerisure’s standards and guidelines.
• Utilize underwriting tools to effectively support risk assessment and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 3 or more years’ underwriting experience in commercial middle market insurance with exposure to large and complex accounts.
• CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred.
• Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated successful ability to build positive relationships and partnerships within department, across the organization and with external customers.
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Performance-based incentive pay.
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employee’s ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.