Commercial Lines – Underwriter Trainee – January 2027
About the role
Make a difference with a career in insurance At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®. If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges, and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow. Build your future with us Our Commercial Lines department is seeking candidates for an underwriter trainee class beginning January 19th, 2027. As a Commercial underwriter trainee, you'll participate in a structured training program designed to develop future underwriting professionals. You'll learn how to evaluate risk, build business relationships, make impactful decisions, and contribute to the success of independent insurance agencies and their clients. This position is based at our headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio. Candidates outside the local area must be willing to relocate.
Responsibilities
- build a strong foundation in Commercial insurance, underwriting principles, and risk assessment
- learn Cincinnati's products, coverages, underwriting philosophy, and appetite for risk
- partner with experienced underwriters and business leaders while developing your underwriting expertise
- manage a defined portfolio of new and renewal business in collaboration with independent insurance agents
- analyze business information, identify risk exposures, and make data-driven underwriting recommendations
- evaluate pricing, coverage terms, and policy conditions to support profitable business decisions
- develop strong relationships with agency partners through exceptional communication and customer service
- collaborate with Sales, Claims, and other business areas to support agency and customer needs
- participate in ongoing training, development opportunities, and special projects that broaden your industry knowledge
- contribute to team goals while building the skills needed for long-term career success
- travel to visit agencies to further strengthen relationships and communicate company vision
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree or four or more years of insurance-related work experience, plus an associate in insurance (AINS) designation. Candidates who graduated within the last five years must submit an official or unofficial academic transcript as part of the application. Qualified candidates will be hired into the Commercial underwriter trainee program, with assignment to either the Small Business or Middle Market business unit finalized approximately one month prior to the start date based on business needs and an assessment of qualifications, strengths, and role alignment.