Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines: Works on highly complex underwriting risks employing diagnostic and systematic analysis to assess acceptability.
Develops specialized endorsement language for highly complex risk.
Determines appropriate pricing of complex risks for assigned book of business based on financial and competitive analysis.
Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy.
Markets products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits.
Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships with large producers within the assigned territory.
Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends.
May participate in industry trade groups. Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Typically a minimum eight years underwriting experience
Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures
Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.
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