Commercial Underwriter

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• C Conduct gap analysis to identify impact of ISO commercial lines rating, rules, and forms filings on all business areas.
• D Develop and implement action plans to address identified gaps.
• E Provide training to employees on ISO commercial lines rating, rules, and forms to address identified knowledge gaps.
• F Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors throughout the full lifecycle of an ISO product change.
• G Monitor changes in ISO commercial lines rating, rules, and forms.

Competencies

• A Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data.
• B Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions.
• C Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• D Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
• E Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• F Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• G Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• H Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• I Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• J Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
• K Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• L Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.
• M Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• N Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• O Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• P Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Q Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Qualifications

• R Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferably in Business, Engineering and or a related field. 3+ years of commercial underwriting experience working directly with ISO rating, rules and forms.
• S Skills and Knowledge: Strong understanding of ISO ratings, rules, and forms; Strong understanding of underwriting principles (CPCU designation preferred); Excellent documentation skills; Analytical skills; Internal auditing; Training and development; Attention to detail; Communication skills; Compliance Management.
• T Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• U Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This is not a remote position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker is regularly in a typical office environment and is not subject to adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.