Underwriting Specialist (Commercial P&C)

Amerisure Insurance; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Amerisure is seeking an Underwriting Specialist to join our West team. The role focuses on underwriting and managing a portfolio of new and renewal accounts, applying sound risk judgment to pricing, and maintaining profitability.

The position is hybrid, requiring 3 days in the office and 2 from home in our Dallas, TX or Phoenix, AZ offices. Strong collaboration with agency partners and ability to travel up to 10% are valued.

Qualifications

• 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 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%.

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.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience

CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

We are recruiting for an Underwriting Specialist to join our west team

This is a hybrid position working 3 days in the office and 2 from home in our Dallas TX or Phoenix AZ office.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of new and renewal account, 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.

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%.

Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. This package includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs. We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance. Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest® Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance, we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career, Amerisure is looking for you.

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.