Production Underwriter/Broker

The Role Itself

In this role, you will engage directly with our primary customer, the independent Property and Casualty Retail Agent. Acting as a representative for either our contract or brokerage carriers, you will be responsible for soliciting, underwriting, marketing, and ultimately securing coverage for our business enterprises within the excess and surplus lines marketplace. Effective relationship-building skills are crucial to collaborate with our partners, aiming to cultivate a profitable book of business.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with retail agents to drive new business opportunities and grow an assigned book of business.
• Evaluate, underwrite, and broker risks by analyzing coverage needs, exposures, and market conditions to deliver competitive solutions.
• Maintain a high level of responsiveness and professionalism in all communications with agents, carriers, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, carrier appetite, and industry developments to identify new opportunities and stay competitive.
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines, underwriting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately document account activity and maintain records within agency management systems.
• Contribute to the growth and profitability of the business by meeting or exceeding production and revenue goals.

What We Are Looking For

• 3 years of either wholesale broker/MGA or carrier experience, excess & surplus lines preferred
• A sales driven “people person” who likes to establish new relationships while learning communication strategies and sales methods.
• Energetic, self-motivated, goal oriented, and able to thrive in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge and experience of property and casualty insurance including: coverages, rating, terminology and technical procedures.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: P&C License required. E&S License preferred, but not required.
• Must be experienced in Microsoft Suite, and other Windows based software applications.
• Ability to quickly learn new programs and applications.

What USG has to offer

• Company-paid benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D, and Team member Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A week of hands-on, in-person training to meet our corporate team
• Access to 24/7 virtual training through USG University
• Outstanding Company Holiday Schedule and Generous Paid Time Off Package
• Potential for exponential growth in the company

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements: Remote or hybrid depending on your location
• Competitive compensation range: $65,000 - $150,000