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Senior Underwriter
| Company | EMC Insurance |
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| Location | Minnesota, USA |
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| Salary | $83000 – $127000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in insurance or business administration
- Five years of experience in commercial lines underwriting
- Excellent knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
- Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively before groups
- Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently
- Demonstrated leadership qualities
- Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if traveling
Responsibilities
- Selects, grows and maintains a profitable book of business for assigned high-volume territory with a high level of underwriting authority
- Evaluates and analyzes highly complex accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes
- Develops and fosters agency relationships
- Collaborates with marketing representatives to ensure agents receive superior customer experiences
- Offers appropriate coverage for exposures and explains decisions to agents
- Coordinates with marketing and branch management in the agency planning and review processes
- Serves as a mentor for less experienced underwriters
Preferred Qualifications
- Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred
- Strong presentation skills preferred
