Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter (Commercial P&C)

Position Summary

The role will assist underwriters in evaluating new business submissions, conducting initial risk analyses, collecting necessary data, and generating quotes. The Commercial Lines Associate Underwriter will work closely with underwriters, participate in professional development, and collaborate with agents.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriters in assessing new business submissions, ensuring all relevant risk factors are accurately documented
• Conduct initial risk analysis to identify potential exposures and evaluate coverage needs, providing recommended underwriting action
• Ensure the collection of all necessary data and documentation for accurate underwriting decisions
• Evaluate endorsement requests and assess their impact on existing policies, ensuring alignment with underwriting criteria and overall risk strategy
• Work in partnership with underwriters to ensure that risk exposures are properly understood, recommending changes to policy terms or risk classifications when necessary
• Participate in structured training program to develop underwriting expertise
• Determine appropriate coverage and pricing based on risk assessment and generate quotes
• Communicate effectively with agents to clarify policy details and gather required information
• Monitor and resolve outstanding contingencies
• Support underwriters throughout the underwriting process, assisting with risk assessments, policy issuance, and documentation

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent years of experience
• Business or insurance related internship experience preferred
• Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguity
• 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
• Demonstrated successful ability to input data with a high accuracy rating, and strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers
• Ability to travel up to 10%