Commercial Lines Underwriter (Middle Market P&C)

About the role

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. Responsible for evaluating and managing assigned accounts, maintaining a portfolio of renewal accounts, and making informed underwriting decisions in alignment with Amerisure’s risk appetite and strategic objectives. This role highlights data-driven risk assessment, effective negotiation, and collaboration with agency partners to achieve underwriting goals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, underwrite, price, and negotiate assigned accounts in accordance with Amerisure risk evaluation process and renewal framework.
• Analyze and assess risk factors to ensure adherence to Amerisure’s underwriting philosophy.
• Provide service excellence to agency partners, adhering to established service standards to strengthen agency relationships and support business objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key agency contacts to facilitate effective negotiations 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.
• 1 year underwriting experience in commercial or middle market insurance.
• 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 5%.

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

Schedule

Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote, with eligible office locations in Lawrenceville GA, Charlotte NC, or Tampa FL.