Production Underwriter

Bachelor’s Degree or 5-7+ years of production underwriting experience or equivalent work experience (for Sr. Production Underwriter)
Bachelor’s Degree or 2+ years of commercial underwriting experience or equivalent work experience (for Production Underwriter)
Proven sales results and client service experience
Knowledge of underwriting philosophy, processes, and practice
Extensive experience in the insurance industry ideally within an underwriting, broking, relationship management or sales role
Strong analytical skills and critical thinking skills with great attention to details
Individually accountable
Effective relationship management skills with customer focused approach
Ability to develop tactical underwriting plan and execute on its implementation
Active listening and emotional intelligence
Ability to work independently for significant periods of time
Strong business development and communication skills
Proficient with MS Office including Excel skills
Able to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing
Ability to manage time, meet deadlines, and prioritize to meet sales target
Property & Casualty Agent’s license in residing state, or willingness to obtain
Willingness & ability to travel for agency visits, industry functions, training and seminars
Continuing education to maintain necessary credentials
Problem solving focused, self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic

Develop and underwrite a profitable portfolio in support of business plans.
Structure tailor-made solutions by considering the team underwriting parameters and underwriting exposures leveraging underwriting knowledge and experience to win new business and retain existing.
Monitor premiums, costs and claims ratios per contract and take corrective measures if necessary, to ensure long term profitability at account level.
Evaluate appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs, reinsurance cessions, capital exposure as well as the underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability.
Comply with underwriting control standards for business written through delegated authority.
Engage in activities to generate submissions.
Maintain and lead the relationship with their assigned agents.
Engage in activities to close accounts.