Underwriter - Lawyers, Professional Liability

About the role

The Pearl Insurance Group Underwriter is responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and rating insurance applications for new and/or renewal business within assigned line(s) of business while applying general underwriting guidelines and standards. Generates insurance quotes based upon the level of risk associated with the applicant and distributes it to the appropriate sales representative.

Responsibilities

• Process and underwrite new and/or renewal business by reviewing, evaluating, and rating applications and supplemental information for insurance;
• Adequately adhere to all underwriting guidelines and standards;
• Ensure applications are processed within defined time tables;
• Communicate with sales representatives when additional information is needed in order to complete the underwriting process;
• Determine degree of risk associated with applicant by analyzing factors such as the client/potential client’s years of experience, prior claims history, internal management controls, etc.;
• Determine whether to accept, modify terms, adjust rate to ensure adequate premium for exposure, non-renew, cancel, or decline risks;
• Utilize underwriting tools to determine proper rates, classifications, and changes;
• Generate quotes based upon the level of risk associated with the applicant; distribute the completed quote to the appropriate sales representative;
• Refer applications to the appropriate insurance carrier if it falls outside of Pearl’s underwriting authority;
• Answer policy, quote, and other miscellaneous questions from external and internal customers.

Requirements

• Successful Candidates Will Have Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Administration or a related field preferred.
• Previous underwriting experience within business insurance lines utilizing Siebel or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system;
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to interface effectively at all levels within an organization;
• Property & Casualty insurance license desired.

Qualifications

One80 Intermediaries is part of Arrowhead Intermediaries, a global insurance distribution platform that offers deep specialization, scale, and innovation across wholesale brokerage, program administration, and specialty insurance. With more than 7,000 professionals worldwide and a collective portfolio exceeding $18 billion in premium placed in 2024, our combined organization delivers a diverse trading platform for insurance carriers as well as expanded access and niche solutions for brokers and customers navigating complex and hard-to-place risks. The platform combines entrepreneurial culture with operational excellence to deliver tailored solutions and long-term value across the insurance ecosystem.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proficiency in using underwriting tools and software;
• Ability to meet production quotas and quality standards as set forth by management;
• Knowledge of business insurance lines and underwriting guidelines;
• Experience with CRM systems like Siebel.

Benefits

One80 Intermediaries is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Pay

Pay Range $21.35 - $24.00 Hourly

Schedule

N/A