Commercial Lines Underwriter

About the role

Mercant Insurance Group is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter for their Commercial Lines Underwriting team in Melville, New York. The ideal candidate will collaborate with agency partners to achieve optimal outcomes for policyholders and profitable growth for Merchants and its partners.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships with agents and internal staff to achieve the best outcomes for Merchants and policyholders.
• Work with the underwriting assistant to adhere to corporate underwriting policies and service standards.
• Review accounts beyond individual authority with the Regional Underwriting Manager or Supervisor and recommend appropriate actions.
• Achieve commercial lines regional production goals and loss ratio objectives for assigned territory.

Qualifications & Skills

• College degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years commercial lines underwriting experience.
• Property and Casualty insurance related coursework is a plus.
• Strong background in underwriting commercial lines accounts and building agency relationships.
• Previous agency relationships within the local insurance industry are highly desirable.
• Microsoft Office knowledge and ability to work with internal company systems (WINS, ImageRight etc.) required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.

Pay

The estimated salary for this role ranges from $75,000 - $100,000 based on leveling and geography, along with an equity component and a comprehensive benefits package. This range is merely an estimate; actual compensation may deviate from this range based on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Welcoming and positive work environment.
• Flexible work arrangements, including flex scheduling and summer hours.
• Hybrid work schedule requiring two full days per week in the office, with the option to work the remaining days remotely or in the office.
• Competitive pay scale.
• Generous paid time off package.
• Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401(k) employer match amount is 100% up to 6% of your annual contributions. You are immediately 100% vested in the employer match dollars.
• Outstanding company bonus programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• and many more exciting company benefits!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.