General Liability Underwriter
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
Would you like to be a part of a team that delivers industry experience and creative solutions?
Avondale seeks goal-driven professionals ready to take their career to the next level.
Job Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced General Liability Underwriter to join our dynamic underwriting team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating, assessing, and underwriting general liability insurance policies for commercial clients. Your expertise in risk analysis, pricing, and policy structuring will ensure that our company maintains profitability while managing risk effectively. You will also play a key role in building strong relationships with brokers and ensuring the proper application of underwriting guidelines and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Underwrite and evaluate general liability insurance applications for a wide range of industries and businesses, ensuring risk is appropriately assessed and policies are priced correctly.
Analyze and assess risk factors, such as company operations, industry type, claims history, safety protocols, and financial stability, to determine coverage, terms, and premium rates.
Collaborate with brokers to gather detailed information for underwriting purposes, ensuring all relevant data is collected to make informed decisions.
Apply underwriting guidelines and company policies while adhering to regulatory standards, making adjustments to policies as needed.
Assess the adequacy of current policies and recommend modifications for renewals based on claims experience, risk exposure, and market conditions.
Review complex insurance applications and provide clear communication to brokers about underwriting decisions, coverage options, exclusions, and pricing.
Monitor industry trends, emerging risks, and competitor products to assist in pricing and underwriting strategies.
Work closely with risk management teams to identify risk mitigation strategies and ensure the proper coverage is in place for clients.
Maintain accurate underwriting records, decisions, and documentation for both new business and renewals.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior underwriters and assist in the development of team underwriting practices.
Support claims departments with any relevant underwriting information and assist with the resolution of any claims issues related to general liability.
Assist in handling some of the renewal book up to $10,000,000 annually
Targeted new business production goal of $5,000,000 annually
Qualifications:
3-5 years of experience in general liability underwriting or related insurance field.
Strong understanding of general liability insurance products, underwriting guidelines, and industry regulations.
Excellent risk assessment, analytical, and decision-making skills.
Proficient in underwriting software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Solid written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with clients, brokers, and internal teams effectively.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail, with an emphasis on accuracy and compliance.
Preferred Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent work experience) is a plus.
Industry certifications such as CPCU, AINS, or ARM are a plus.
Experience with niche general liability policies or specialized industries (e.g., construction, manufacturing, Real Estate).
Pre-existing relationships with wholesale insurance brokers
Knowledge of risk management strategies and loss control measures.
Familiarity with claims handling processes and insurance policy language.
Working Conditions:
Full-time position, available in-office or hybrid (depending on location).
Occasional travel may be required for client meetings or industry events.
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, along with a performance-based bonus structure. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Who is Avondale?
Established in 2006, Avondale Insurance Associates is an Excess and Surplus Lines Underwriting Management Company focused on small to mid-sized accounts across all property and general liability classes.
What you'll get...
At Avondale, you will have the opportunity to build a long-term career with unlimited growth potential. Aim high, work hard and we'll help you achieve your goals.
At Avondale, you will experience our caring work environment. We care about our employees, we care about our customers, and we care about the world around us.
At Avondale, you will achieve a work-life balance. We care about your physical and emotional well-being, so work-life balance is encouraged and practiced. We understand you have a life outside of work, and we want you to live it.
At Avondale, you will have access to a world-class Total Rewards package. We truly value our people, which shows in our compensation, benefits, and perks.
In addition to competitive pay, we have designed a performance-based annual incentive program. All employees are eligible to earn a bonus by meeting performance objectives.
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans and numerous supplemental benefit offerings.
Flexible Paid time off annually
Assistance with parking expenses, discount programs for area services/experiences, and financial support for professional development and licensure/designations
Access to specialized leadership development programming designed to take your career to the next level.
And so much more!
Avondale, a Unison Risk Advisors company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic.
Auto-ApplyPrograms Underwriter II
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
The Role
To evaluate and underwrite Commercial Programs, written on a surplus-lines basis via MGA partnerships on behalf of Canopius US Insurance (CUSI), in accordance with the approved business plan and defined personal authority limits.
Responsibilities
Review individual submissions to MGA's for policies that fall outside of their assigned authority levels.
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and clients.
Comply with company policies and risk appetite.
Conduct Portfolio Management on assigned MGA programs ensuring adherence to Underwriting guidelines and contract terms such as risk limits, rates, and aggregate limits.
Conduct regular portfolio reviews of MGA programs using company pricing models to ensure target loss ratios are achieved.
Conduct monthly and annual audits.
Further develop company relationships with assigned MGAs and broker partners which will include conducting meetings within their offices, during conferences and in CUSI offices.
Qualifications
10+ years of commercial underwriting experience.
Technical knowledge in Commercial Property/Liability/Auto/IM/MTC/Excess/Package Underwriting in one or more of the following classes: Mercantile, Hospitality, Habitational, Transportation, Manufacturing, Wholesale and Cannabis
Individual desk underwriting / quoting experience.
Portfolio Management in terms of rate, retention and NB.
A general understanding of quota share agreements and facultative placements.
An understanding of catastrophe modelling, and the ability to interpret model outputs.
Interpret written guidelines for Underwriting rules and apply to real life scenarios
Excellent client interaction skills.
Ability to work and learn with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
Have accountability for assigned tasks.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Decision maker.
Ability to adapt and change.
Salary range: $80,000 - $120,000
Auto-ApplyUnderwriter
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
Employer: Republic Business Credit, a subsidiary of Renasant Bank This position serves Republic Business Credit which is a subsidiary of Renasant Bank. The Underwriter will conduct activities to assess and bring new clients to funding in compliance with the Credit Policy. This position will primarily support the sales, client service and underwriting teams across its suite of products, including factoring, traditional factoring, and asset-based lending. This position will analyze leads, review client financials, and provide meaningful contributions to the credit functions of Republic Business Credit.
This individual will be expected to proactively learn, engage and develop meaningful awareness of the commercial finance industry.
The Underwriter will represent the Republic both internally and to the external marketplace with professionalism and excellent communication skills throughout the client lifecycle. This position is expected to:
* Work closely with the underwriting, client service and new business teams in making informed credit decisions
* Work closely with the Underwriting Manager and client services team to review and assess existing clients for compliance with policies and procedures
* Actively participate in prospect calls with Business Development Officers and in preparation of transaction prescreen documents
* Ensure compliance with credit standards for new clients being introduced
* Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the company, its products, its client base, and the market to implement effective and competitive credit controls
* Be current with the businesses operating procedures as set out in the Credit Policy, How to Guide, and other business resources
REPUBLIC BUSINESS CREDIT AND RENASANT BANK ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Responsibilities
* Perform credit analysis by reviewing items including, but not limited to credit reports, personal and business financial statements, tax returns, appraisals, and field examinations to complete loan presentations for approval consideration by the appropriate approval authority.
* Prepares and analyzes spreads of a company's financial statements to determine overall strengths and weaknesses of potential and current clients. Analysis includes but is not limited to debt service ratios, leverage ratios, cash flow analysis, fixed charge coverage, and tangible net worth.
* Performs and completes a collateral analysis of all collateral assets including but not limited to accounts receivables, inventory, equipment, and real estate. Analysis should include a credit classification of the company's customer base, a detailed credit profile of the company's largest customers and delinquent accounts, aging analysis, delinquencies, collections, and charge offs. Inventory analysis should include inventory in days and an examination of stale inventory, spoilage, depletion, and inventory valuations. Equipment analysis should include a comparison of market value to book value and an assessment of forced liquidation values.
* Contacts the customer or customer's representative to obtain additional information or explanation detail throughout the underwriting process while coordinating with the Underwriting Manager.
* Identifies and assesses various business, industry and market risks to determine and categorize business trends, growth, cyclical nature, seasonality, business cycle and stages to apply findings to credit analysis.
* Writing of the Client Credit Approval, Letter's of Intent, Client Reviews, Borrowing Bases, memo's and all other work products as required in support of funding new clients or current clients at the discretion of the Underwriting Manager.
* Aid the legal manager in the preparation and distribution of legal documents.
* Assist Underwriters in underwriting requests for new and existing clients with a focus on more complex and higher dollar exposure transactions.
* Review the work of other underwriters and present deals for approval to the Credit Committee.
* Lead or support collateral field examinations of prospective and current clients as workloads dictate in coordination with the Underwriting Manager, Risk, Compliance or other members of the credit committee should the need arise.
* From time to time, it might be necessary to provide underwriting, analysis, or collateral examinations to the Client Service team whether it is a risk or non-risk related client request by the Underwriting Manager or member of the credit committee.
* Orders underwriting items including, but not limited to, field examinations, appraisals, and UCC searches.
* Owns primary responsibility for underwriting quality and works closely with the Underwriting Manager, Business Development Officers, Portfolio Managers, and outside vendors.
Qualifications
* Bachelor Degree required
* 10 to 15 years of related experience preferred
* Strong problem solving skills
* Ability to critically think and evaluate solutions to complex problems
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to seek and gather information from a variety of sources
* Accurate and thorough in all work duties
* Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
* Ability to meet deadlines and manage expectations
* Competency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel) and Google (Google Mail, Google Docs/Sheets and Google Drive)
* Ability to travel, including overnight
Benefits
Renasant offers the following benefits for this position: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Group Life Insurance/AD&D/LTD, Voluntary Life Insurance (Term and Whole), Supplemental Disability Plans, 401(K) Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Tobacco Cessation Program, Family Medical Leave, Paid Leave Accruals, Holiday Pay, Employee Savings Plan, and Employee Checking.
The base annual salary for this position ranges from $90,000-$140,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit; kneel, stoop, or squat; use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.
Work Environment
The Bank's professional working environment requires employees to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Employees must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when working closely with internal business partners and external clients. Employees may be exposed to confidential and propriety information within the working environment, therefore, must uphold confidentiality at all times. Due to the possibility of being exposed to high risk situations (i.e. robbery), detailed instructions and procedures are required to be followed at all times to safeguard the Bank's employees, customers, and assets.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The principal duties and responsibilities enumerated are all essential job functions except for those that begin with the word "May".
This is intended to describe the normal level of work required by the person performing the work. The principle duties outlined are the essential responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned as needs arise. Job requirements and/or processes may be modified to reasonably accommodate persons with a disability as required by law.
This description is not intended as a contract and is subject to change. Any written contractual agreements supersede this job description.
Auto-ApplyConstruction Underwriter
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
MSIG USA continues to grow!
MSIG USA is the US-based subsidiary of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., one of the world's top P&C carriers and a global Class 15 insurer, with A+ ratings and a reach that spans 40+ countries and regions. Leveraging our 350-year heritage, MSIG USA brings the financial strength, expertise, and global footprint to offer commercial insurance solutions that address your business's unique risks.
This underwriter role is focused on the construction business. Responsible for underwriting, and servicing profitable builders risk business through relationships with construction brokers.
Essential Functions:
Underwrites, and services both project and master builders risks within delegated underwriting authority. Will also underwrite related Inland Marine classes, including contractors equipment, riggers liability, installation projects, and transportation.
Profitability & Underwriting Quality: (50%)
Apply appropriate account selection, coverage, risk management, aggregate management, reinsurance and pricing techniques according to department guidelines to achieve target profitability for all new, renewal and endorsement activity within the assigned book of business.
Maintain underwriting files and systems in accordance with department guidelines.
Ensure aggregate management and risk management activities are appropriate to the risk, in line with department guidelines, and that systems reflect current and accurate data for assigned accounts per department guidelines.
Monitor underwriting results, loss trends and market developments for assigned business and producers within assigned territory.
Implement best practices in account management throughout the underwriting cycle, including coordination with other internal business units as appropriate.
Volume & Marketing: (40%)
Maintain existing accounts and develop new sources of business in line with department risk appetite and guidelines to achieve targeted volume.
Establish and maintain effective producer and client relationships within assigned territory.
Coordinate activities with other internal business units as appropriate.
Provide timely and best in class professional service to our customers.
Promote a positive impression of MSIG to producers, insureds and within the marketplace in general.
Training & Development: (10%)
Enhance technical expertise through continuing education opportunities as appropriate and available.
Assist in training, mentoring and development of other department staff.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience Required:
High School degree is required. Bachelor's degree or equivalent business experience preferable. CPCU/ insurance designations encouraged.
3+ years of relevant underwriting experience with demonstrated productivity, profitability and business acumen.
Strong knowledge and technical expertise of relevant risks including exposures, forms, coverages, pricing methods, aggregate management, reinsurance and account management.
Demonstrated market presence with the ability to form lasting producer relationships and in depth knowledge of production sources and market capabilities within the assigned territory and product lines.
Strong portfolio management, organization, negotiation and time management skills with an understanding of the company's business objectives.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams across multiple disciplines and support activities.
It's an exciting time for our company and a great opportunity to join a financially sound and growing global insurance group!
It is the policy of MSIG USA to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MSIG USA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Underwriter - Media
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
Hiscox USA is currently searching for a dynamic, engaging and solutions-oriented underwriter to drive our media product. Here at Hiscox, we know how to underwrite Media. From Creatives to YouTube/TikTok channels to VFTs, we know the emerging risks. Media Liability insurance provides coverage for the needs of media clients creating or disseminating content. This includes broad protection for broadcasters and publishers who are at risk while constantly updating their methods of content distribution globally. Advertising agencies need coverage as they boldly create, plan, and handle innovative and dynamic marketing campaigns in an increasingly fluid market. Video and film producers need the confidence necessary to move forward with small productions or Hollywood blockbusters-without worrying about substantial liability claims that can arise even when all necessary clearances have been obtained.
What You'll Be Doing:
This position provides a unique opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic team. As a Media Underwriter, you will be supporting and actively contributing to the team's strategic growth and execution of goals. You will be responsible for underwriting a book of new and renewal business and managing a few programs. You will also work closely with other underwriters, product leaders and team leaders to be a solution provide in this evolving sector. The role also carries the responsibility for developing new broker relationships and increasing the depth of existing broker relationships throughout the region. At times, regional travel may be required including industry events and broker visits.
Job Requirements:
You are a driven and motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic looking for meaningful work. You enjoy working with brokers to build a book of business and you our passionate about the power of superior customer service and offerings. You also have some knowledge of entertainment and/or professional underwriting experience while having the desire to develop your technical underwriting and business development skills.
What We Offer:
401(k) with competitive company matching
Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)
Company paid group term life, short- term disability and long-term disability coverage
24 Paid time off days plus 2 Hiscox days,10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday, and ability to purchase up to 5 PTO days
Paid parental leave
4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service
Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs
Annual reimbursement of up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program
Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees' mental health and wellbeing
2023 Gold level recipient of Cigna's Healthy Workforce Designation for having a best-in-class health and wellness program
Dynamic, creative and values-driven culture
Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks
Spirit of volunteerism, social responsibility and community involvement, including matching charitable donations for qualifying non-profits via our sister non-profit company, the Hiscox USA Foundation
Salary Range - $80,000 - $110,000
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
**Please note this position is hybrid and requires two (2) days in office weekly**
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Work with amazing people and be part of a unique culture
Auto-ApplyUnderwriter II
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
Company Details
Berkley Select delivers professional liability insurance solutions to individuals, businesses, professional services firms, and nonprofit organizations. As a Berkley company, Berkley Select is staffed with a team of experts with a specific focus on Professional Liability. Berkley Select utilizes individual risk underwriting, loss control, and claims practices providing superior products and services to its customers.
Berkley Select is a Berkley Company. W. R. Berkley, founded in 1967, is one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB).
Responsibilities
This role will evaluate (selection and pricing) and maintain (control) risk acceptability and profitability within the company's underwriting guidelines and procedures for professional liability with a focus on Management Liability.
This individual will maintain and develop good wholesale and brokerage relationships and/or program relationships when necessary, and critically analyze risk characteristics to reach sound underwriting decisions while meeting and maintaining the production, profitability, and service standards established for the company.
Work to achieve company goals to advance profitable written premium growth.
Adhere to underwriting authority level and guidelines in place.
Gather underwriting information to properly evaluate commercial risks for acceptability within company guidelines. Underwrite to acceptable profitability metrics
Meet/Exceed production, profitability, retention and service targets.
Ability to research and solve more complicated problems and make decisions.
Understand rate development and ability to price underwriting exposures correctly.
Determine final coverage and pricing for professional liability risks. Recommend policy form enhancements and endorsements to advance the business.
Knowledge of competitor form and coverages.
Work in both a collaborative team environment but also be able to work independently.
Review claims and loss information on individual risks. Use this information to identify and re-evaluate accounts and develop a strategy for dealing with exposures and frequency issues.
As a team with the Manager, manage the portfolio profitability and identify favorable and unfavorable classes of business.
Adhere to pricing metrics for sustained book performance and favorable loss history.
Maintain quality and performance standards as established, such as turnaround and response time.
Be informed/knowledgeable of industry issues and activities through formal educational processes to develop underwriting skills. PLUS membership or involvement is preferred.
Identify and cultivate brokers with new business opportunities and build renewal relationships.
Regular and predictable attendance at meetings with willingness to occasionally travel.
Assist with training and educating junior level employees.
Regular and predictable attendance.
Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Four (4) year College Degree or equivalent proven product line experience. Insurance designations, such as an RPLU, are a plus.
Must be able to conceptualize and analyze financials at a college level, as required by product line.
Must be able to analyze professional liability risk characteristics.
Good written and oral communications skills, including the ability to compose various types of business correspondence.
Knowledge of E&O underwriting coverages and policy form terms and conditions. - Must have prior experience
Must be able to manage multiple priorities, have good analytical skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Must be customer service oriented; a team player; willing to learn; organized; detail oriented and flexible.
Focus on building broker relationships and proven development of those relationships.
Working knowledge of PC's and other software programs (including Microsoft Word and Excel).
Knowledge of Accountants Professional Liability a plus.
Knowledge of P.L. programs a plus.
Additional Company Details The position is based in Chicago; in-office four days per week.
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role includes:
Base Salary Range: $90,000 - 100,000.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary bonus program.
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
Auto-ApplyUnderwriter, US Environmental
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
We are seeking an experienced Underwriter to join our Environmental team to be based in either our Berkeley Heights, NJ, Alpharetta, GA or Chicago, IL offices. As a member of the Environmental underwriting team, you will be responsible for generating new business, growing and maintaining key broker and client relationships and overseeing a profitable portfolio of business.
This position will be part of a vibrant, collaborative team of technical production underwriters.
The role will report to Senior Vice President of Environmental.
Underwriter
Underwriter job in Illinois
We're thrilled that you are interested in joining us here at the Amynta Group!
To be filled
To be filled
The Amynta Group (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of any ground of discrimination protected by applicable human rights legislation. The information collected is solely used to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation. A reasonable accommodation is an adjustment to processes, procedures, methods of conveying information and/or the physical environment, which may include the provision of additional support, in order to remove barriers a candidate may face during recruitment such that each candidate has an equal employment opportunity. The Company will accommodate a candidate to the point of undue hardship. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you require any accommodation in the application process.
Auto-ApplyUnderwriter - Allied Healthcare, Programs
Underwriter job in Chicago, IL
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
Under broad supervision, responsible for underwriting risks in a book of business. Works within limited authority on assignments of moderate technical complexity. Utilizes underwriting policies and guidelines, rating manual rules and insurance laws and regulations.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
Reviews applications and financial requirements for risks requiring moderate technical underwriting skills. Determines acceptability of risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards.
Recommends appropriate pricing and coverage modifications or enhancements for risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situations.
Prepares quotes and answers questions from agencies, internal and external contacts and escalates issues as necessary.
Prepares written communication on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations. Verbally notifies agents of decisions where appropriate in order to ensure clear understanding of the decision.
Analyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of risks underwritten and prepares reports for management review.
May assist in marketing products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits.
Develops and maintains positive agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes.
Keeps current on state/territory issues, regulations and trends.
Works with more senior underwriters or management on risks exceeding authority level or requiring special handling.
Develop proficiency in all relevant CNA systems. Also, may update the underwriting systems.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
1. Knowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practices.
2. Developing technical expertise and negotiation skills.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems as well as the ability to learn rapidly, adapt quickly to change, and to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects.
6. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound business decisions effectively.
7. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software.
8. Demonstrated leadership skills
Education & Experience
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
2. Completion of a formal underwriting training program or minimum one year underwriting experience.
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he national base pay range for this job level is $47,000 to $78,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact ***************************.
Auto-ApplyCopy of Underwriter (Commercial)
Underwriter job in Schaumburg, IL
Full-time Description
Demonstrates ability to independently review and approve applications submitted and renewals in accordance with carrier guidelines, procedures and delegated authority.
Responds to referrals or traditional submissions from broker partners through point-of-sale system within standard timeframes.
Determines appropriate pricing by either applying predictive model results or recommended deviation in conjunction with Underwriting leadership.
Established proficiency with loss rating, composite rating and other non-traditional rating methods.
Prepares quotes, issues policies and follows up for completion of quote subjectivities.
Prescreening of renewal business and makes recommendations for non-renewal.
Ability to work autonomously and think creatively.
Accountability for results of assigned Territory and/or Brokers. Must be able to understand cause and effect of any adverse result and make recommendations to management for an effective solution.
Keep current with changing trends, economic indicators, competitors and state regulations.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing established department goals.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 1-year Commercial Auto Underwriting experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of Underwriting principles and ISO rules.
Ability to manage, prioritize and perform multiple tasks and projects while maintaining workload.
Effective interpersonal, communication and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with our internal and external customers.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel.
Ability to travel overnight 10% of the time.
Anchor Group Management Inc. Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA Plans. Employer annual contribution to HSA plan
Employer sponsored basic life and basic life AD&D insurance, short term disability
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary long term disability
Voluntary Ancillary benefits: Accident-Hospital-Critical Illness
401K with Fidelity
401K employer match
Transportation Stipend
Salary Description range $50,000 to $73,000
Loss Mitigation Underwriter
Underwriter job in Palatine, IL
The primary objective of this position is to perform underwriting activities for any delinquent borrower requesting mortgage assistance in accordance with federal, state, and client/investor-specific guidelines while following company's policies and procedures under general supervision. The Loss Mitigation Underwriter will be responsible for reviewing applications for various relief programs and determining eligibility for various home retention and foreclosure alternative workouts.
Requirements
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Review submitted application material against checklist of requirements.
Report missing, incomplete, or inaccurate documentation through automated systems.
Communicate effectively with coworkers on file status and program requirements
Perform a thorough analysis through LMS underwriting system or client spreadsheet to ensure the quality of each loan and to determine compliance with Company and Investor guidelines.
Calculate customer's front and back-end debt to income ratio and verify occupancy, hardship and income.
Submit recommendations to clients or investors for approval.
Document final decision and update system of record.
Deliver exceptional service to external and internal customers.
Adhere to established timelines as defined by regulatory and client requirements for formal loss mitigation evaluations
Perform other loss mitigation or default servicing duties as assigned.
Supervisory Requirements:
None
Additional Expectations:
Provide a professional example, accuracy, and consistency in work performance.
Respect teammates.
Participates and active team member by assisting others.
Communicates in a courteous manner.
Have a solution rather than a complaint to resolve issues promptly.
Keep management informed of pertinent information.
Communicate openly and often.
Maintains the quality and integrity of the services provided by the department.
Supports the overall goals of the Company and that services are delivered professionally and efficiently.
Create an atmosphere within the organization that attains and maintains a high level of morale and embraces our Vision-Mission-Values and our Goals and Objectives “VMVGO”.
Embrace change without resistance and adapt quickly, however do provide feedback when necessary.
Requirements & Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Two (2) to three (3) years' of underwriting background or servicing/loss mitigation experience
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.
Ability to organize and prioritize own work schedule on short-term and long-term basis.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide and to record, balance, and check results for accuracy.
Ability to clearly and accurately express or exchange ideas by verbally or in writing.
Thorough understanding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rules.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest rates, principal balance and late charges.
Knowledge of MS Word, Outlook and Excel required.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of unique situations.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with the ability to prioritize.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) a plus.
Strong comfort level with technology, including ability to adapt to new systems quickly and easily. Thorough knowledge of and comfort with the Microsoft office suite applications.
Physical Requirements
Talking - Especially where one must frequently convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing - Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.
Repetitive Motion - Movements frequently and regularly required using the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Vision - Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products or operate machinery.
Physical Strength - Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary in the future based on new or revised work assigned to this position.
AmeriNat offers a competitive benefits package including 401k; performance incentives; paid medical, life and long-term disability; dental; PTO and holiday pay as well as opportunities for advancement.
Dress code is business casual (jeans allowed) and occasional business attire required.
AmeriNat will consider qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local “Fair Chance” ordinances.
AmeriNat is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Description $ 28 - $ 32 / hour
FM Affiliated Production Underwriter (I, II, III or Sr.)
Underwriter job in Park Ridge, IL
FM Affiliated is looking for a Production Underwriter to join the Chicago Office. This unique opportunity to be a part of the largest FM Affiliated office is extremely important because the FM Affiliated Production Underwriter is responsible for both new business production as well as renewal retention while maintaining underwriting profit and protecting the company's assets. The Production Underwriter demonstrates team leadership and initiative, good judgment, and decision-making skills.
**We are open to considering candidates with a variety of experience levels for this role. Both mid-level and senior-level candidates are encouraged to apply.**
The Production Underwriter must effectively market FM Affiliated products and services to a network of producers with whom long term relationships are developed, maintained, and cultivated. The FM Affiliated production underwriter is responsible for profitable risk selection, negotiation of pricing, terms, and conditions, and using creative underwriting strategies to optimize net retentions that effectively balance both customer and company needs. The Production Underwriter is responsible to coordinate account team resources to provide excellent and responsive services that add value to our broker and customer relationships.
The Production Underwriter works closely with Account Engineers to review renewal and new business opportunities to ensure proper risk identification, analysis, and assessment in order to ensure the development and growth of a profitable portfolio of business in the Chicago territory. FM Affiliated Production Underwriters primary relationships are with Brokers and reinsurers for insurance-related issues. Responsibilities include meeting specific profit, production, and retention goals as developed in consultation with Regional and Area manager. Multiple business contacts must be established, and an effective program of calls must be executed averaging 8-10 face-to-face visits a month to ensure high visibility.
New risks must be pre-qualified based on acceptability today and its future potential. This includes a thorough analysis of the broker submission, desired pricing, terms and conditions, financial condition, adequacy of reported values, and loss experience.
The company's assets must be protected by adhering to company underwriting standards and procedures. This will include determining the amount subject and net capacity commitment, in addition to checking cross liability, managing catastrophe aggregate retentions, negotiating, and purchasing reinsurance and establishing commissions in a manner most advantageous to the company.
+ This position requires someone with a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ 2 years of commercial underwriting experience Candidate must also have experience dealing with a variety of occupancies as well as current engineering and underwriting issues such as current property coverages and forms, and/or quickly learn and keep updated on industry state of the art.
+ Additionally, this person will be proficient in and have excellent organizational, time management, problem solving, decision making, interpersonal and selling skills and a working knowledge of MS Office products.
The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM Global's comprehensive Total Rewards program, which includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances, and much more. FM Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.
Underwriter II
Underwriter job in Brookfield, WI
Join our team at Waterstone Mortgage as a Mortgage Underwriter II where your expertise is valued and your contributions truly matter. In this role, you'll review and evaluate residential mortgage applications for 1-4 family first lien mortgages and lines of credit, helping our customers achieve their homeownership goals. If you're passionate about ensuring loans meet guidelines while helping borrowers succeed, we'd love to welcome you aboard!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review and evaluate residential mortgage applications and documentation to determine if borrower, property, and loan conditions meet investor, FNMA, FHLMC, and FHA or VA underwriting guidelines and render a loan decision ensuring completeness, accuracy and compliance. This includes but is not limited to full credit file submissions and pre-approvals.
Review all documentation submitted in a file for compliance with product and investor guidelines, borrower validation, Ability to Repay and risk mitigation.
Calculate income and assets accurately and require sufficient documentation to support findings and decision. Follow AUS findings is a requirement with no exceptions. Adhere to overlays as dictated by the private investors, agencies and WMC.
Make an underwriting decision on each loan file within determined underwriting service level agreements and effectively communicates all underwriting decisions to the appropriate parties.
Effective communication with Loan Officer and/or Loan Processor/Partner to aid in resolving mortgage application conditions.
Enter all underwriting conditions and all HMDA data specific to the underwriting decision into Encompass LOS system.
Keep informed of current underwriting practices.
Order PMI as per investor and program requirements through approved PMI companies.
Make recommendations and assist in implementation of appropriate changes to WMC's policies and procedures.
Consistently meet or exceed established minimum productivity and quality goals.
Stay within acceptable tolerance levels on pre-audit and post-closing findings and repurchases set forth by the underwriting parameters.
Underwriters responsible for staying up to date with the product updates provided by WMC and all investor/agencies.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
Complete any additional duties assigned by management.
Complete regulatory and compliance training, as required.
Assist WMC employees and departments as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to use and comprehend the findings from automated underwriting software (i.e. Desktop Underwriting and Loan Prospector) is required. Current experience with FHA Connection is required. Currently active DE FHA CHUMS designation required.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is required, college degree is preferred. 3-5 years' experience as a Loan Underwriter is required. Knowledge of basic lending and underwriting policies and procedures, including guidelines issued by FNMA, FHLMC and FHA or VA and investors is required. Processing and underwriting knowledge of FHA loans is required.
CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS: Using excellent customer service skills which includes maintaining a good attitude, taking ownership of meeting customer needs, going above and beyond for customers, demonstrating a commitment to sharpening skills through education and training, using positive communication, and looking for opportunities to respect customers' time and schedules is required.
Individuals in this position shall not engage in loan origination during the course of his/her employment with WMC. Loan origination is defined as (1) taking a residential mortgage loan application; or (2) offering or negotiating terms of a residential mortgage loan for compensation or gain; (3) advertising or communicating to the public that you can perform loan origination services. Please see the Loan Originator Compensation Policy for more details on the definition of loan origination.
Mortgage Underwriter
Underwriter job in Moline, IL
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Mortgage Underwriter at IHMVCU!
IHMVCU is committed to helping our members achieve homeownership and financial goals by offering mortgage solutions. We are seeking a highly skilled Mortgage Underwriter with a background in secondary market lending and home equity underwriting to join our team and play a critical role in assessing risk, ensuring compliance and supporting our operations.
This role will enjoy a hybrid working environment at our beautiful headquarters located on River Drive in Moline, IL. This facility includes a comfortable office environment with an on-site gym facility.
Education and Experience:
Two-year college degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Mortgage Lending Experience, with emphasis on secondary market and home equity underwriting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Strong analytical skills with a strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
High level of integrity and commitment to member service.
What are some of the responsibilities of a Mortgage Underwriter?
Evaluate, analyze, and approve/deny loan applications within guidelines established by each investor in a timely manner -no more than 48-hour turn around time. Clear underwriting conditions for final approval and closing of loan.
Coordinate with mortgage team in analyzing and solving situations that may arise in the mortgage application and loan process. Offer alternative suggestions when loan cannot be approved as submitted.
Understand and apply all federal and state regulations governing credit union lending, with particular emphasis on rules and regulations governing mortgage lending.
Continuing education as needed to remain current with underwriting guidelines, investor requirements and regulatory policies. Have comprehensive knowledge of all mortgage loan products and programs available through the credit union as well as our affiliate relationships.
Being a team member of IHMVCU is more than just a job, we want to make differences in the communities we live in and serve. Check out our careers page for more information including benefits ********************** Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as experience, specific skills and internal pay equity.
Move Up your career at IHMVCU with this great opportunity!
Physical Requirements
Sitting: Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and making fine discriminations in sound.
Finger, handle, touch: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Visual Demands: Visual acuity to do things such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading;
Lifting Demands: Up to 10 lbs.
Mortgage Underwriter
Underwriter job in Springfield, IL
About Us SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC ("SolomonEdwards") is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and technology consulting and operations support. We work with some of the world's most prominent companies to help them envision and achieve a better future. We know that our consulting services are only as meaningful as the people and talent behind them, and we are committed to recruiting incredibly talented, committed, collaborative individuals who can help us deliver exceptional client service. For more information, visit SolomonEdwards
Position Summary:
SolomonEdwards is looking for a Mortgage Fulfillment Underwriter for one of its mortgage clients to ensure the assets reviewed meet all applicable investor guidelines, through a complete knowledge of requirements and regulations. You will be held accountable for the quality and accuracy of decisions.
Position Locations:
Phoenix, AZ
Tampa, FL
St. Louis, MO
Plano, TX
Moorpark, CA
Pasadena, CA
Essential Duties:
- Decisions full range of mortgage loans, preferably including FHA loans.
- Review all mortgage applications and documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Work with clients to prepare mortgage applications and related documentation as needed, and help resolve any outstanding issues.
- Work with compliance officers to ensure Federal, State, and local compliance with all mortgage and loan materials.
- Approve or deny mortgages on a timely basis.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
- Demonstrate behaviors that are aligned with the organization's desired culture and values.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- 3+ years of mortgage underwriting experience required.
- Knowledge of mortgage laws and regulations required, including the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.
- Knowledge of state and federal agency mortgage loan guidelines and regulations is helpful.
Skills and Job-Specific Competencies:
- Solid knowledge of mortgage underwriting and basic automated underwriting systems.
- Proficiency with basic automated underwriting systems.
Travel Requirements: No travel will be required, unless at the client's discretion.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities upon request to enable them to perform essential functions. This role may require mobility to attend in-person meetings, sitting or standing for extended periods, and the use of telephone, computer, or other electronic communication devices.
Salary Range: SolomonEdwards values your unique and individual experience and background. As such, we take a comprehensive approach when determining compensation for our roles. The compensation for this specific role is based on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to, education, licensure and certifications, location, experience, and training. A reasonable estimate for the current hourly range for this role is $26 - 36.
Benefits: We are committed to providing health and financial stability by offering a comprehensive suite of benefits. Benefits include access to top-tier employers and job opportunities, health insurance, sick leave, and 401(k).
Inclusion and Diversity Statement: SolomonEdwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. All employees, including managers and supervisors, are responsible for upholding our EEO and diversity principles. Discrimination or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated.
We value the contribution and wisdom of the team. At SolomonEdwards, we have built a vibrant and inclusive community. Our team members are curious, committed, and diverse. In keeping with our mission to build value through people, we cultivate a culture where differences are celebrated, and all members are treated fairly and equitably. Employees, business partners, and our extended stakeholder family are empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives; and to be their whole selves.
Privacy: We adhere to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Your privacy is important to us, and we never sell your data to third parties. Personal information is only collected to match applicants with job opportunities. Copy/paste this URL to learn more about your rights: SolomonEdwards' Privacy Policy.
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Easy ApplyUnderwriter, Markel Personal Lines
Underwriter job in Milwaukee, WI
What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it.
The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! Come join our growing team, underwriting E&S Homeowners business countrywide! Seeking a candidate who enjoys providing creative solutions for our partners, embraces technology and is constantly thinking of a better way to do things. The ideal applicant works well in a team-oriented environment, is able to manage their time appropriately to ensure all deadlines and expectations are met, can work efficiently through tasks, can effectively build and maintain relationships by utilizing a strong set of soft skills and is comfortable analyzing and discussing basic insurance data in order to drive their external partners towards production and profitability goals.
Our organization is focused on providing growth opportunities to its staff through constant and quality underwriting training, offering funding and incentives for continuing education designations, and creating a safe and inclusive space for everyone to bring their true selves to work. In this role, an underwriter is expected to handle daily referrals for hard-to-place homeowners risks, manage external partners towards production and profitability goals, conduct and create training and participate in team projects. Quarterly travel is required for both training and agency visits. Applicant will need to be proficient in all Microsoft Office products.
Does this sound like you? Join us and play your part in something special!
What you'll be doing:
Underwrite a growing E&S Homeowners and Dwelling book within authority and by meeting referral count requirements
Manage assigned partners to ensure profitable growth and gain market feedback
Produce and conduct training as needed
Participate in group projects
Effectively manage your personal inbox and also contribute to the management of shared recourse boxes
What we're looking for:
2+ years property underwriting or insurance experience (homeowners and/or surplus lines preferred)
Ability to work on central time zone schedule
Familiarity with Microsoft Teams and Office 365
Experience in agency relationship management (wholesale preferred)
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What's in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose ‘Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors.
Caution: Employment scams
Markel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:
All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on No other URL should be trusted for job Markel Group Careers.
All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.
We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to ***********************.
Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the ***********************.
US Work Authorization
US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.
We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better
We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What's in it for you:
In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees' needs at all stages of life.
All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose ‘Apply Now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Caution: Employment scams
Markel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:
All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.
All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.
We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to ***********************.
Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the ***********************.
No agencies please.
Auto-ApplyAssociate Insurance Underwriter - Commercial Lines
Underwriter job in Waukesha, WI
At Amwins, we succeed together - and have a good time doing it. We know people don't leave companies. They leave cultures - which is why we work so hard on ours. At Amwins, we thrive on collaboration, not cutthroat competition. Our teams work together to help each other succeed, and we do right by our clients so they can do right by theirs. First and foremost, we invest in our employees. That investment shows in everything we do; education and development programs, comprehensive and competitive benefits, and an organizational structure that's 43% owned by employee shareholders. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion helps cultivate an open, welcoming workplace that reflects the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity to volunteer within Amwins through a wide range of committees and in your community through the Amwins Foundation and Summer of Service. Working at Amwins means you love what you do, how you do it and, ultimately, who you do it with. Whether it's today or 150 years from now, we continue to invest in our culture and your development so opportunities for growth and career advancement are never in short supply. Learn more about us at amwins.com.
Join our Amwins Access team in Waukesha, WI as an Associate Underwriter!
This is a full time, in office position in Waukesha with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office per week) once training is complete. We are looking for people with:
1 year experience as support staff in an office environment or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university
Prior insurance experience is a plus!
Eagerness to support and contribute to the team!
Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, organization, professionalism and customer-service mentality
Microsoft Office proficiency with an emphasis in Excel spreadsheets
Each Associate Underwriter provides vital team functions:
Review submission information required to issue renewal quotes
Rate and prepare renewal quotes as directed by Underwriter
Review and handle inspection recommendations and discrepancies
Monitor various reports for consistency
Potential for policy issuance and endorsement processing, including audits
Assist in accounting procedures such as invoicing
Data entry into multiple internet based systems
Snapshot of what Amwins provides to our team members:
Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience
Annual bonus potential
Broad benefits package available
Most benefits available first day of employment
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, etc
Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Travel Reimbursement for healthcare, Retail Discount Program, Scholarships for dependents of Amwins employees, etc.
Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Schedule
Collaborative, continuing education focused work environment
Career advancement opportunities
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Underwriter Trainee, Individual Disability Income Insurance
Underwriter job in Peoria, IL
Job Title: Underwriter Trainee, Individual Disability Income Insurance
Department: Underwriting Reports To: Jennifer Smith Job Type: Full Time
Commitment to Core Values
At Illinois Mutual, our culture is built around our four core values. These values shape how we operate and define our expectations of each team member's contributions:
Be honest, reliable and respectful
Think of other first
Work together to create results
Stand out with personal, caring service
Job Summary
The Underwriter Trainee underwrites individual disability income insurance applications, within guidelines set for the issuance of policies on a standard or substandard basis. The Underwriter Trainee works very closely with the Underwriting management, supervisor and/or higher-level underwriters who initially reviews all Underwriter Trainee work.
Primary Responsibilities
Facilitate the sales process while underwriting application files by ensuring reasonable and timely underwriting decisions within established service level objectives.
As directed, may have contact with the field force to gather information on which to base decisions.
May be granted authority to approve applications up to specific standards (or better) and substandard limits.
Submits for review by superiors those applications requiring higher ratings or amounts in excess of prescribed limits.
Learn about the Disability insurance industry, the Company, its products, services, underwriting and the position.
Timely, consistent and progressive assimilation of the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve a level of self-sufficiency warranting promotion to the position of Underwriter.
Comply with applicable rules procedures, regulations and laws
Attend meetings and complete specific underwriting related projects as directed
Anticipated Salary: $51,600 - $53,600
Benefit Overview: We strive for our employees to feel appreciated and supported, both professionally and personally. Our comprehensive benefit and discount package that meets a variety of needs is one way we demonstrate this. Some of our most admired benefits include:
Compressed 4 1/2-day work week (Half-Day Fridays)
No monthly premium cost for employee medical, life and disability insurance coverage
Paid time-off accrual, including annual rollover; and paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with immediate vesting on Company contributions
Discounted on-site employee cafeteria
On-site exercise facility and company-provided exercise time
Tuition reimbursement and training incentives
Access to voluntary dental and vision insurance coverage
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required - preferably in Insurance, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance or similar discipline
Strong service-oriented work ethic to understand, anticipate and satisfy customer business needs
Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Goal oriented, results driven, accountable and reliable
Demonstrate integrity, a positive attitude, sound judgment and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task in a fast past environment while under pressure to perform
Self-motivated with the ability to learn on your own to supplement training provided
Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and work independently
Work well in a team environment, excelling both individually and collectively
Basic computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Bilingual proficiency a plus
Required Competencies (Proficiency Level)
Accountability (1)
Continuous Learning (1)
Customer Focus (1)
Integrity (1)
Organizational Awareness (1)
Teamwork (1)
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include every detail of the role. Responsibilities and expectations may be subject to change based on Company needs.
Illinois Mutual is an equal opportunity employer.
Commercial Underwriter C&I
Underwriter job in Milwaukee, WI
Old National Bank has been serving clients and communities since 1834. With over $70 billion in total assets, we are a regional powerhouse deeply rooted in the communities we serve. As a trusted partner, we thrive on helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams, and we are committed to social responsibility and investing in our communities through volunteering and charitable giving.
We continually seek highly motivated and talented individuals as our people are critical to our success. In return, we offer competitive compensation with our salary and incentive program, in addition to medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K, continuing education opportunities and an employee assistance program are also included in our benefit suite. Old National also offers a variety of
Impact Network Groups
led by team members who are passionate about driving engagement, creating awareness of diverse backgrounds and experiences, and building inclusion across the organization. We offer a unique opportunity to join a growing, community and client-focused company that is firmly rooted in its core values.
Responsibilities
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $165,100 per year plus bonus. Final compensation will be determined by location, skills, experience, qualifications and the career level at which the position is filled.
We are growing and have opportunities for Commercial Underwriters/Credit Analysts/Portfolio Managers for C&I. This role has the primary responsibility of underwriting lending opportunities, balancing risk and growth ensuring loan structures are appropriate and consistent with bank lending standards. You will assign an appropriate asset quality rating, in a fast-paced, high volume environment completing a detailed financial analysis to obtain a deeper understanding of an application's credit risk. You will collaborate with Relationship Managers, and internal support staff to provide credit expertise to underwrite and monitor the portfolio.
We are an in-office working enviornment with the following locations for you to work with team members; Evansville IN, 8750 W. Bryn Mawr Chicago (near Rosemont and the Cumberland Blue line station), 180 N. LaSalle Chicago, Hickory Hills IL, McHenry IL, Gurnee IL, Sycamore IL, Milwaukee on Capital Drive and 76th, Madison Capital Square, Troy MI, Nashville Gulch TN, and Indianapolis 900 E. 96th at Parkwood.
Key Accountabilities
Underwrite Loans
Underwrite credit requests focusing on appropriate due diligence, risk assessment and asset quality ratings (AQR)
Meet quality standards as outlined in ONB underwriting guidelines and policy; evaluation by Loan Review, OCC, and/or others may identify unacceptable underwriting or inaccurate asset quality ratings (AQR)
Meet or exceed productivity expectations for annual credit approval memorandum (CAM) volume
Produce a high quality and accurate analysis while also not sacrificing efficiency in a fast-paced, high volume environment juggling multiple requests while adhering to client driven response timelines, etc.
Partner with respective Relationship Managers as well as Treasury Management Partners
Provide credit expertise using a consultative approach; assist in structuring loans applying proficient knowledge, understanding, and application of ONB guidelines/standards/policies, risk assessment and analysis; effectively communicate risks, questions, and options to RM seeking win-win solutions.
Deliver exceptional internal customer service and adopt new processes and new tools, as available.
Develop and enhance knowledge of assigned segmentation and portfolio by leveraging internal and external resources and expertise
Partner well with associates on revenue generating sales team, support teams and others in Credit to ensure a collaborative, team, and empowered environment
Monitor Portfolio
Accurately assign asset quality ratings (AQR)
Work with assigned Relationship Managers to monitor the credit portfolio to maintain strong asset quality; review trend analysis reports, address default situations, delinquencies, review maturing notes, receipt of financial information, review covenant default and Borrowing Base Certificate (BBC) reports and other reports as appropriate.
Prepare credit data in Special Assets Assessment and Action Summary (SAAAS) and Upgrade Hurdles, as necessary, working with assigned Relationship Managers
Commercial Underwriters may monitor overlines and Treasury Management/ACH risk reports or other trends, as appropriate
Key Competencies for Position
Cultural Leadership:
Communication - effectively shares information and ideas with individuals and groups; displays self-awareness and self-management, tailors the delivery to the audience, and selects suitable delivery methods.
Collaboration - actively seeks, develops and maintains trusted relationships with others to achieve business goals and objectives.
Execution Leadership:
Drive and Execution - committed to achieving established goals, overcoming obstacles, and continuously learning; focuses on ways to succeed by changing strategies, increasing effort, using varying approaches; seeks and leverages opportunities to collaborate with others to achieve results; consistently achieves performance targets.
Problem Solving/Decision Making - with minimal oversight, seeks to identify what caused an issue; incorporates input from multiple sources (e.g., lines of business, subject matter experts, data, policies, procedures, etc.) to ensure effective action and shared ownership; decisions are sound based on what was known at the time and are based on a blend of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgement.
Adaptability - flexible and agile (can be a utility player); modifies behavior and approach in order to deal effectively with changing business needs, conditions, work responsibilities and requirements, and client needs; maintains effectiveness when experiencing change; accepts new challenges/shifts/change in a "can-do" way; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change
Technical Knowledge - possesses the required technical knowledge to perform the role effectively; continuous learning to adopt new trends or expertise; applies credit and banking expertise, industry knowledge, skills and abilities to demonstrate and sustain a depth and breadth of applicable technical underwriting knowledge
Client Leadership:
Client Leadership - Puts the (internal and/or external) client in the forefront; strives to delight clients/partners by becoming a trusted advisor, establishes long-term productive relationships by viewing and understanding outcomes and operations through the eyes of the client, identifying and acting upon needs, and delivering increased value
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Demonstrate at least 3-7 years progressive experience within Commercial Credit for C&I is required with each incremental level of responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to independently (with limited oversight), understand, analyze and interpret financial statements
Understands and takes appropriate action related to risks associated with lending to various types of industries.
Basic knowledge of loan structuring, borrowing causes and lending regulations; ability to comply and conform to ONB lending policies, guidelines and standards
Must be able to make sound independent decisions and communicate those decisions clearly and effectively to the internal/external client quickly given the high volume, fast-paced environment
Must be able to actively listen, quickly identify issues as well as opportunities when they arise, and problem solve in real-time to move the work accordingly
Must feel comfortable working in a collaborative team environment along with being an independent thinker.
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or equivalent experience
Old National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer focused on fostering an inclusive workplace and committed to hiring a workforce comprised of diverse backgrounds, cultures and thinking styles.
As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have an agreement signed by the Director of Talent Acquisition, SVP, to fill a specific position.
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Underwriter job in Fond du Lac, WI
Job Information
Job Title
Commercial Underwriter II - Wisconsin Territory
Home Department:
Commercial Underwriting
Employment Status:
Exempt; Full-time
Schedule:
40 hours/week with Flexible Scheduling Opportunities
Position Location:
Remote/Telecommuting Options
We are targeting candidates located in Wisconsin.
Overview
Protecting our policyholders dreams, passions, and livelihoods has a direct impact on the communities we serve. We work towards excellence, conduct ourselves with high integrity, and take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Small Details. Big Difference. Find out how you can make a difference with a career at Society.
Society Insurance is seeking an experienced Commercial Underwriter II to join our team. This position will develop and maintain a profitable book of business consisting of primarily small-business accounts by acquiring, evaluating, and analyzing information relative to risks to make selection and pricing decisions. This book will include in part underwriting: bars, restaurants, breweries/wineries, food manufacturing, habitational, grocery, auto repair, lessors risk, retail, wholesale, and more!
About the Role
Acquires, evaluates, and analyzes information relative to risk to make selection and pricing decisions.
Evaluates renewal and new business accounts for acceptability.
Will have sole responsibility for agencies as assigned according to territory needs.
Builds and maintains positive professional relationships with agents and Regional Sales Managers.
Analyzes risk control surveys; identifies opportunities to maximize profitability; and mitigates risks and exposures.
Provides training and mentorship to team members.
About Yo
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You are self-starter who is motivated, driven, and goal-focused.
You learn new skills quickly and like to keep up on industry standards.
You have an entrepreneurial spirit.
You enjoy working with others and building relationships.
You remain calm under pressure.
You can negotiate skillfully in tough situations.
You can manage multiple responsibilities and stay on top of time-sensitive tasks.
What it Will Take
Bachelors degree in business, insurance, or related field and 2+ years of commercial underwriting experience OR 4+ years of commercial underwriting experience with accounts similar to Societys core products.
Continuing education in the insurance field and earning designations (i.e., CPCU, CIC, ARM).
Proficient using desktop applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
What Society Can Offer
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Salary with bonus plan; health, dental, life, and vision insurance
Retirement: Traditional or Roth 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan PLUS Profit-Sharing Plan
Work-Life Balance: Company-paid holidays; flexible scheduling; PTO; telecommuting options
Education: Career Coaching; company-paid courses; student loan and tuition reimbursement
Community: Charitable Match; paid volunteer time; team sponsorships
Wellness: Employee Assistance Program; wellness initiatives/rewards; health coaching; and more
Society Insurance prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap, disability, genetics, veteran status or military service, marital status or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Society Insurance also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.
Society Insurance is a drug-free workplace.
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