Assist with underwriting insurance risks in accordance with the business plan and delegated authority to meet business objectives
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations and guidelines
Provide technical underwriting and administrative support to the underwriting staff
Gather information, prepare file documentation, collaborate with internal partners
Assist underwriters with agent interactions
Analyze underwriting information to triage, prepare and respond to quotes, renewals, and policy endorsements or inquiries
Apply underwriting guidelines and ensure compliance with all company filings, rules, and regulations
Underwrite and process all endorsement requests
Execute pricing strategy and document pricing decisions
Identify and execute opportunities to upsell and cross-sell UFG coverages and products
Document assigned files with quality underwriting information
Screen new business submissions for assigned underwriter(s)
Provide comprehensive analysis and underwriting recommendations to the Underwriter when decisions are beyond assigned authority
Provide clear direction to Support Staff for policy changes, renewals, and quote entry
Work as a liaison between partner departments to resolve issues at a policy level
Seek agency engagement to obtain missing information or clarify policy needs
Foster a collaborative working relationship with assigned underwriters to partner in achieving KPI metrics.
Identify risks that require reinsurance and risk control services
Actively assist with the review and analysis of the portfolio to ensure progress toward key business objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred but not required
3 years of commercial property and casualty insurance experience preferred.
Knowledge of coverage forms & endorsement used in policy construction.
Efficiently utilize internal tools, resources, and administrative systems (Risk Selection & Line of Business Manual, Reference Connect, Guidewire, LC360, etc.) for effective decision making.
Stay current on underwriting strategy, regulations & trends for assigned territory to make effective underwriting decisions.
Be solution oriented.
Take ownership of successful outcomes.
Strong commitment to quality.
Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and effective dates.
Display adaptability & flexibility to meet customer needs.
Ability to establish a high degree of trust for internal and external customers.
Demonstrate ability to apply knowledge to solve issues proactively and think analytically.

Benefits

Annual incentive compensation
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Generous time-off program
Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingrisk analysispolicy constructionpricing strategycommercial property insurancecasualty insuranceendorsement processingregulatory complianceKPI metricsrisk control

Soft Skills

solution orientedownershipcommitment to qualitytime managementadaptabilityflexibilitytrust buildinganalytical thinkingcollaborationcommunication