Associate Underwriter

Every account manager handles a full book, from quotes to renewals to claims questions. Family owned and operated since 2000.

THE POSITION

This role opened up after a team member moved internally. Joining the operations team in Lakewood. Remote within the region is possible after the first year. This role balances growth with profitability. You will be measured on new business, retention and loss ratio.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow underwriting guidelines and state filing requirements.
• Negotiate terms, deductibles and pricing with agents.
• Work with loss control on recommendations and follow-up.
• Review submissions for risk quality, completeness and appetite fit.
• Order and review loss runs, inspections, MVRs and financial information.
• Visit agencies to build relationships and explain our appetite.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Familiar with Guidewire, Duck Creek or a similar policy system.
• Able to travel up to 20% for agency visits.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management or a related field.
• Working knowledge of commercial property, liability and auto coverage forms.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Construction or manufacturing account experience.
• Prior agency or brokerage experience.
• Excess and umbrella underwriting.

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Pay: $65,000 - $76,000 annually

• Referral program.
• $1,000 home office setup budget.

A resume is enough to apply. Cover letters are optional.

Duration: 9 months. Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Lakewood Insurance.