Senior Underwriting

Cisco

Underwriter evaluating and underwriting new and renewal business according to company guidelines. Collaborating with internal teams and clients for effective insurance solutions.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeLakeland • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
Analyzes risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
Orders and reviews additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.
Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.
Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
Generally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field.
Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), or Associate of Risk Management (ARM).
Familiar with moderately complex concepts, practices and procedures.
Strong knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
Strong negotiation and decision-making ability.
Position requires occasional travel.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees.*
Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Wellness plans.
Parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
A 401(k) plan with company match.
An employee stock purchase plan.
Commuter benefits.

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingrisk analysiscoverage evaluationpricing analysispolicy modificationdocumentationregulatory compliancedata analysisnegotiationdecision-making

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunication skillsanalytical skillsattention to detailcollaborationrelationship buildingcustomer serviceproblem-solvingadaptabilityteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s DegreeAssociate in Underwriting (AU)Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC)Program in General Insurance (INS)Associate of Risk Management (ARM)