Commercial Underwriting Associate

About the role

This position can be performed remotely for candidates who reside in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and approves renewals for accounts within authority limit with a focus on long term profitability, retention and achieving branch and company pricing goals.
• Leverages negotiation skills to obtain adequate rate based on branch established guidelines.
• Reviews account information, including coverage details, claims history, and any relevant updates or changes.
• Evaluates the risk profile of each account and assesses its eligibility for renewal based on established underwriting guidelines.
• For accounts outside authority, prepares information for underwriter to complete the renewal.
• Communicates with agents to ensure all renewal information has been requested and received.
• Collaborates with underwriters throughout the renewal process ensuring a holistic approach to managing the agency book of business.
• Maintains proper file documentation.
• Develops relationships with agents by providing excellent customer service to promote renewal retention.
• Buils and nurtures relationships with agents by regularly engaging in meaningful interactions, such as face-to-face meetings, virtual meetings, phone conversations, and written communication.
• Responds to concerns or issues raised by agents regarding endorsements and renewals promptly and effectively, collaborating with internal teams to find solutions that meet the needs of both the carrier and agency.
• Reviews and approves endorsements that fall within a specified list of requirements and within authority.
• Underwrites and provides endorsement quotes to agents.
• Corresponds with agents for additional information.
• Assesses the potential risks associated with proposed endorsements, taking into account factors such as policy coverage, loss history and claims data to evaluate the overall impact on the policy.
• Determines if additional information or assessments are required for accurate decision-making.
• Reviews and approves reinstatements and cancellations.
• Aids agents with policy billing inquiries.
• Performs support duties for branch departments including but not limited to, ordering and analyzing reports as appropriate, reviewing drivers, and completing monthly projects.
• Collaborates with experienced underwriters and territory management team members to develop understanding of company and branch risk appetite, underwriting resources, and systems.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent relevant experience
• One year of insurance industry experience or related experience
• Bachelor’s degree may be considered in lieu of the insurance industry experience requirement

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
• Good personal computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft products
• General knowledge of insurance terminology
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently

Skills

• Attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
• Good personal computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft products
• General knowledge of insurance terminology
• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong negotiation skills

Benefits

The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following:

• $46,990 - $64,911
• $51,927 - $71,385

Pay

The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs.

Schedule

Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if driving

Company Information

All of our locations are tobacco free including in company vehicles.