Underwriter Jobs

Job Title: COMMERCIAL UW-WORKERS COMP Company: Builders & Tradesmen's Location: Rocklin, CA Description: Commercial Underwriter Builders & Tradesmen’s is currently seeking a high energy Commercial Underwriter who specializes in Workers Comp. This individual must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasked environment, and has the ability to adapt to an environment that is evolving and changing due to business needs and growth. Job Purpose: Minimizes risks by accepting and rejecting insurance applications; modifying insurance coverage. Duties: * Reviews insurance applications on-line to insure adherence to established underwriting standards. * Determines degree of risk by examining application forms, inspection reports, and other documentation. * Gathers information by communicating with brokers * Provides information by answering questions and requests; quoting rates; explaining company underwriting policies. * Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information. * Maintains inter- and intradepartmental work flow by fostering a spirit of cooperation. * Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Job Title: Broker/Excess-Surplus lines Company: H R Keller & Co, Inc. Location: Long Island area, NY Description: Broker / Underwriter - Highly motivated sales professional with technical experience in commercial lines insurance. Responsibilities include production of new business, prompt and efficient service of client requests. Must be results oriented, organized, adaptable, able to solve problems and develop alternative solutions to complex insurance issues. The ideal candidate posses a NY State broker license & Bachelors Degree. . Must have 4 + years experience working in the excess/surplus lines wholesale field and residing in the Long Island, New York, New Jersey area. Salary, expenses & commission!

Job Title: Sr Underwriter - Transportation Company: ACE Limited/ACE INA Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: ACE GroupThe ACE Group of Companies is one of the worlds leading global commercial property and casualty insurance and reinsurance organizations, with 16,000 employees worldwide and offices in more than 50 countries.ACE serves the property and casualty insurance needs of businesses of all sizes in a broad range of industries. We also provide specialized insurance products—such as personal accident, supplemental health and life insurance—to individuals in select countries. Our reinsurance operations include both property and casualty and life companies.Details of this critical opening follow:A. Title: Senior Underwriter - TransportationScopeFundamentals of coverage, terms and conditions. Ability to offer coverage, terms and conditions which generate a profit for the Company while meeting the needs of the customer.Risk Assessment. Ability to identify risk exposures, special or common hazards, and appropriate controls. Ability to select risk based on exposure and risk analysis. Ability to analyze claims and quantify losses.Financial proficiency. Understanding of financial statements and ratios used in risk analysis. Understanding of insurance financial fundamentals; impact of underwriting decisions on company assets. Ability to understand credit risk.Actuarial fundamentals. Ability to understand loss trends, loss triangles, and ratemaking. Ability to quantify risk based on experience history and forecasting methods.Marketing and Communications. Ability to sell and negotiate to achieve bottom line profitability for the Company. Ability to make presentations and communicate articulately. Ability to base communications on strategic thinking. Ability to manage producer strategy.Systems and programs. Ability to use systems and software programs needed to conduct daily business.B. KEY OBJECTIVE: Under limited supervision, primary responsibility is to underwrite individual risks.B. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Duties may include but are not limited to:a. Solicits new and renewal submissions from brokersb. Determines terms and conditions and complex rating plansc. Binds coveraged. Documents the underwriting filese. Handles more complex files and portfolios within underwriting authorityf. Guides and mentors junior staffC. SCOPED. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:* 5-7 years underwriting experience* Experience underwriting multiple lines of insurance* Bachelor’s degreeE. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Transportation experience a plus Knowledge of insurance industry* Knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures* Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook* Internet usage * Oral and written communication skills* Negotiation skills* Marketing skills* Basic leadership skillsACE offers a competitive salary plus cash bonus, equity opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including life, health, dental, vision, a generous retirement savings plan with a generous company match, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and business casual dress.Sound like the right job for you? For consideration, please apply below. If you would like additional information about the ACE Group, please visit our website at www.acelimited.com

Job Title: Commercial Underwriter (Construction) Company: MRINetwork Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Our client is a strong, stable 'A' rated Property & Casualty Insurance Carrier. They are a recognized leader in a Construction niche market within the P&C Insurance field. They are looking for an experienced commercial multi-line underwriter to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a growing carrier with a pleasant working environment. This company prides itself on service to its retail agents.  This is a true production marketing underwriting role rather than a desk underwriting role so the person must have excellent communication skills and a track record of developing strong relationships with the insurance agency community.  Requirements:- Commercial multi-line underwriting experience - 4 year college degree or equivalent work experience - P&C education preferred or a willingness to get designations such as CPCU, CIC, ARM, RPLU or CRM.- Progressive insurance career with a passion for the business.- Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills.The Company offers a very competitive base salary and a wide array of benefits.If you would like more information about this position, please send your resume to Register to View . We keep all names, conversations and resumes extremely confidential.keywords: underwriter, production underwriter, marketing underwriter, client executive, broker, account manager, commercial property and casualty, multiline underwriter, underwriting manager, underwriting supervisor, commercial underwriter, property, casualty, workers compensation, umbrella, general liability, medical malpractice, underwriting team leader, account executive, loss control, multi line underwriting, E&S, Excess & Surplus, construction, workers compensation, general liability, territory manager, commercial lines underwriter, manufacturing, artisan contractors,

Job Title: Commercial Underwriter Company: Citizens Property Insurance Corporation Location: Tampa, FL Description: POSITION SUMMARY:  Utilizing various underwriting and risk management techniques, this position evaluates applications for new business, renewals and certain endorsements for acceptability in accordance with corporate guidelines and standards.  This position mandates the successful completion of all the requirements of Citizens Underwriting School, which includes obtaining an overall passing score. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  THE FOLLOWING ARE THE USUAL, BASIC AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION.  THESE FUNCTIONS ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES, AND SKILLS REQUIRED.• Evaluates new and renewal business requests as well as endorsements in order to determine insurability maximizing performance and underwriting results.• Reviews inspection reports and other supporting documents for compliance with corporate guidelines and consistent risk-based underwriting philosophy. â€˘ Utilizes underwriting discretion (within authority level) to approve a risk and / or structure coverage to corporate standards, using consistent and efficient risk-based underwriting.• Initiates action to cancel or reinstate a policy, modify coverage based on corporate guidelines and consistent and efficient risk-based underwriting.• Interact via phone and in writing with internal and external business partners regarding the acceptability and issuance of coverage, providing a level of service that meets the needs of our customers.• Provides input concerning work related issues such as process improvement to management.• Maintains a complete understanding of corporate manual of rates, guidelines and procedures promoting consistent risk-based underwriting philosophy in all products and activities.    â€˘ Mentors co-workers in the Underwriting Technicians positions, working together with Management and Supervisor to develop skills that consistently promotes our risk-based underwriting philosophy including training and development of staff as needed.   â€˘ May be required to assist in the evaluation of work product of other team members.• Performs specialized functions and projects in accordance with departmental rules and regulations.• Provides input concerning work related issues as directed by management.• Performs additional duties as assignedREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:•   Effective analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.•   Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills•   Ability to analyze and interpret insurance coverage, policies, procedures and reports.•   Within 90 days of employment, must successfully complete all requirements of Citizens Underwriting School,  which includes obtaining an overall passing score.REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:• Associate degree OR education and work experience relevant to position equivalent to two years of college.• 2 years insurance underwriting experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:• Bachelor's degree in field with skills transferable to insurance.• Thorough knowledge of Citizens operations.• Possession of IIA Certificate in General Insurance is preferred.  If candidates currently do not possess this designation it will be recommended that it be obtained• Two years commercial lines insurance experience.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key frequently on a computer (2 or more hours per day).

Job Title: Managing Underwriter - Warrenville, Spanish Bilingual Company: Liberty Mutual Group Location: Warrenville, IL Description: Job Functions: Economics, Finance, Insurance, Real Estate / Mortgage - Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2007 direct written premium. The Company also ranks 86th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2008 revenue. As of December 31, 2008, Liberty Mutual Group had $104.3 billion in consolidated assets, $94.2 billion in consolidated liabilities and $28.9 billion in annual consolidated revenue.   Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, assumed reinsurance, fire and surety. Liberty Mutual Group employs over 45,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world.  Advance your Underwriting career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!   This leadership opportunity will direct a group of underwriters and assistants in underwriting quality business.  Responsibilities:  * Supervise the day-to-day underwriting operations by establishing priorities, scheduling and assigning work, adjusting schedules when necessary to meet completion dates, and assisting others with resolving complex problems while ensuring adherence to underwriting standards and objectives. Conduct underwriting audits and other technical quality review programs.  * Analyze qualitative and quantitative data prepared by underwriters and uses letters of authority to provide approval for risk selection and acceptance, coverage, and price. Recommend creative alternatives in regards to rating plans, coverages, and payment plans.  * Actively manages team to deliver timely, high quality and profitable products and services to assigned agents. Hire and train team members. Use the objective setting and performance evaluation processes to ensure employees understand the expectations, receive regular feedback, have professional development plans and are appropriately rewarded. Deal decisively with performance and/or conduct issues using the performance management process.  * Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external clients in order to attract, develop and retain profitable business for assigned book of business. Interpret, explain and market all products and services. May interact frequently with brokers and/or agents.  * Participate with senior management in department and business unit-wide initiatives around product development, processes, underwriting policy and strategy; recommend/implement changes to improve productivity, profitability, growth and the quality of assigned book of business.  * Analyze quality and quantity of risks underwritten and prepares reports accordingly. Review segment profit/growth results and trends to recommend and implement action plans to produce profitable underwriting results. Qualifications:  * Bachelor's degree or equivalent training, plus at least 7 years of progressively more responsible property/casualty underwriting and book of business management experience required.  * CPCU/AU designation highly preferred. Ability to organize, lead and get work done through others; in depth

Job Title: Underwriter ACE Limited/ACE INA Company: New York's Job Exchange Location: New York, NY Description: Underwriter Register to View ACE Limited/ACE INA Job Description ACE GroupThe ACE Group of Companies is one of the worlds leading global commercial property and casualty insurance and reinsurance organizations, with 16,000 employees worldwide and offices in more than 50 countries.ACE serves the property and casualty insurance needs of businesses of all sizes in a broad range of industries. We also provide specialized insurance products?such as personal accident, supplemental health and life insurance?to individuals in select countries. Our reinsurance operations include both property and casualty and life companies.Details of this critical opening follow:General Partnership Liability UnderwriterA. Title: Underwriter ScopeFundamentals of coverage, terms and conditions. Ability to offer coverage, terms and conditions which generate a profit for the Company while meeting the needs of the customer.Risk Assessment. Ability to identify risk exposures, special or common hazards, and appropriate controls. Ability to select risk based on exposure and risk analysis. Ability to analyze claims and quantify losses.Financial proficiency. Understanding of financial statements and ratios used in risk analysis. Understanding of insurance financial fundamentals; impact of underwriting decisions on company assets. Ability to understand credit risk.Actuarial fundamentals. Ability to understand loss trends, loss triangles, and ratemaking. Ability to quantify risk based on experience history and forecasting methods.Marketing and Communications. Ability to sell and negotiate to achieve bottom line profitability for the Company. Ability to make presentations and communicate articulately. Ability to base communications on strategic thinking. Ability to manage producer strategy.Systems and programs. Ability to use systems and software programs needed to conduct daily business.B. KEY OBJECTIVE: Under limited supervision, primary responsibility is to underwrite individual risks for partnerships, venture capital and private equity enterprises.C. MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Duties may include but are not limited to:a.Solicits new and renewal submissions from brokersb.Determines terms and conditions and complex rating plansc.Binds coveraged.Documents the underwriting filese.Handles more complex files and portfolios within underwriting authorityf. Work with claims group to understand account specific claims and claims trends in general.D.SCOPEE.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*1-3 years underwriting experience*Bachelor?s degreeKnowledge of insurance industry*Knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures*Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook*Internet usage *Oral and written communication skills*Negotiation skills*Marketing skillsACE offers a competitive salary plus cash bonus, equity opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including life, health, dental, vision, a generous retirement savings plan with a generous company match, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and business casual dress.Sound like the right job for you? For consideration, please apply below. If you would like additional information about the ACE Group, please visit our website at www.acelimited.com A benefit package may or may not be available. Request specific information from the employer. Job Summary Company Job ID: J1XGNMPHHXH Job Title: Underwriter Company: ACE Limited/ACE INA Location: US - NY, New York, 10001 AJE Reference Number: 530102033 Job Start/End Date: not provided Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Full Time Hours/Week: not provided Salary Range: not provided N/A Education: None Selected Required Degree/ Formal Training: not provided Required Licenses/ Certificates : not provided Experience: not provided Company Homepage: not provided More Information

Job Title: Commercial Lines Underwriter- Small Business Accounts Company: Westfield Group Location: Lancaster, PA Description: Westfield Insurance Recognized as a Top Employer  Westfield Group is one of the largest non-public companies in Ohio and a leading regional insurance and financial services group, headquartered in Medina County Ohio. We have a rich history of providing service excellence, innovation and opportunity for our employees, agents, policyholders, business partners and the communities we serve. Commercial Lines Underwriter                  Small Business Accounts, based in Lancaster, PA While maintaining a profitable territory book of business, you will be responsible for accepting, rejecting and pricing new and renewal commercial lines business, concentrating on accounts with premiums up to $25,000. The position will be moving toward increased responsibility for new business production and working with our agencies to develop opportunities. Duties would include the timely review of applications, renewals and endorsements within Westfield's underwriting guidelines; performing agency audits; evaluating loss referrals; developing action plans for negative trends and large losses; and keeping current on issues that impact the underwriting process. The selected candidate would also provide expertise and assistance in designing new systems and process improvements. Requirements Qualified candidates will be required to have a Bachelors / Associates degree from an accredited college / university and a minimum of 5 years of P & C commercial lines experience OR  a Bachelor's/Associate's degree from an accredited college/university and two years of P&C commercial lines underwriting experience or three years of P&C personal lines underwriting experience. Minimal travel (5-10%) is required. Benefits Westfield provides its employees with the resources they need to meet the challenges of a work/life balance. We provide a culture that focuses on our people - their personal growth, family involvement, financial security, community participation, professional development and total well-being. Westfield's outstanding suite of benefits reflects our support of these core values and includes a competitive salary plus profit sharing and pension program, life, medical, dental and vision insurance.

Job Title: Underwriter - Commercial Casualty Company: FF & C Management Location: Atlanta, GA Description: We are seeking 5 + years of underwriting experience in Large Commercial Casualty Insurance and Special Risk products.  Shall manage the underwriting quality and profitability of Program Administrators.  Highly visible position with the program division of an A+ rated carrier. Salary $95,000 to $125,000 plus bonus plan; company paid full family coverage medical, dental, prescription and vision; matched 401(k); stock; Health Club Membership; tuition reimbursement and more.For complete details contact Greg Foss a Register to View ext 270Or submit resume online at:http://dmc9.com/gbf/app.asp or email to Register to View Register to View ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, handicap, disability or marital status. We reasonably accommodate individuals with handicaps, disabilities and bona fide religious beliefs. Jobs Career Position Hiring. We will make every effort to consider applications for all available positions and shall use one or more of the contact methods and addresses indicated in resume or online application. Indicated location may be proximate or may be desirable point of embarkation for paid relocation to another venue.  CONSIDERED EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: Underwriter Senior Underwriter Underwriting Program Underwriting Manager Commercial Casualty Excess & Surplus Lines Workers Compensation Insurance Insurer Insurance Carrier MGA Managing General Agent Commercial Auto Multi-Lines multilines primary E&S Reinsurance Alternative Risk Reinsurer Commercial Insurer North American Job Bank www.najobbank.comIf you submit an application or resume, which contains your email address, we will use that email address to communicate with you about this and other positions. We use an email quality control service to maintain security and a remove and dead address filter. To cancel receiving email communications, simply send an email from your address with the word "remove" in the subject line to Register to View If you have further concern regarding email received from us, call Register to View . We will be glad to have a real human being contact you upon request.Please refer to job code 3674 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Senior Underwriter Company: Prime Therapeutics Location: Minneapolis, MN Description: Prime Therapeutics LLC (Prime) is an innovative and emerging leader in the pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care and service for our members and empower clients to make informed decisions in health care management. Our strategy is to integrate pharmacy and health management for clinical, financial and ultimately member gain. We proudly serve over 14.6 million members across the United States.If you are looking to make a difference in the lives of others, along with opportunities to develop and advance your career, come join our rapidly growing and dynamic company. We are headquartered in Eagan, Minnesota with major locations in Nebraska, New Mexico and Texas. This position will work out of Prime's Bloomington, MN location.Job SummaryResponsible for achieving profit, growth, service and expense objectives through the financial analysis and pricing of Prime’s book of business. Under minimal supervision, the Senior Underwriter serves as an expert consultant on matters pertaining to underwriting, performance guarantees and other financial considerations. Provides underwriting services to determine pricing & monitors accounts to ensure they remain on a profitable basis. Maintains & applies knowledge of pricing strategies in the PBM industry. Maintains a positive working relationship with Sales, Marketing and Client Engagement and other key business owners within Prime. Responsibilities:•Gathers and examines appropriate documentation and data necessary to develop pricing in response to RFP’s. •Performs claims re-pricing analyses of external claims data.•Evaluates the utilization and financial experience of customers and prospects.•Maintains appropriate documentation and provides reports as needed, including documenting all pricing decisions.•Provides support to Sales, Marketing and Client Engagement, assisting in the development of client presentations & negotiations pertaining to pricing, and guarantees.•Collaborates with Sales, Marketing, and Client Engagement to drive profitable growth. •Consults with other departments such as Legal, IT, HPS and Marketing, and participates in meetings as required on issues that have financial implications. •Monitors trends and identifies the need for new or revised procedures and practices to achieve profit, sales and retention objectives. •Participates in development of methodologies, models, & reports to support objectives of the position.•Performs special projects as assignedBasic Qualifications: •Minimum four years related experience and/or training; with two years as a Senior Underwriter or Benefits Consultant preferred.•A Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, accounting or other related field Preferred Qualifications:•In-depth knowledge of mathematical applications used in underwriting function is required, including the ability to calculate figures such as discounts, proportions and percentages, as well as the ability to apply basic concepts of business mathematics and algebra in underwriting problems. •Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one or small group situations.•Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word & PowerPoint. •Proficient with MS Access and/or SAS Enterprise Guide.WHY WORK FOR PRIME?At Prime Therapeutics, we attract the brightest people — those who want to be involved, empowered and rewarded for their achievements. We value people who are ambitious, adaptable to change and dedicated to excellence. We look for candidates who embrace creativity, challenges and collaboration.Our work facilities are modern, clean and provide our employees with the most up-to-date technology. We have a high-energy, fast-paced culture where we value new ideas, build teamwork, drive results and celebrate our accomplishments.Prime offers a competitive salary with bonus incentives. In addition, Prime provides an excellent benefit package including: medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, company paid disability insurance, generous Paid Time Off, 401(k) with a two component match, tuition reimbursement and more.We are proud to be an EOE/AA employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Bachelors DegreeAdditional Information:Travel Percentage: 10%