Lead Underwriter (Remote)

The Lead Underwriter (Remote) reviews and prices commercial insurance submissions from independent agents and decides what to write, and on what terms. Canyon Mutual Insurance is a regional property and casualty carrier. You will underwrite a book of about $15M in written premium.

What you'll do:

• Visit agencies to build relationships and explain our appetite
• Price accounts using rating tools in Guidewire PolicyCenter and underwriting judgment
• Document underwriting decisions in the policy file
• Negotiate terms, deductibles and pricing with agents
• Refer accounts above your authority with a clear recommendation
• Mentor underwriting assistants and trainees

What you'll need:

• 7+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience
• Able to travel up to 20% for agency visits
• Working knowledge of commercial property, liability and auto coverage forms
• Strong judgment on risk selection and pricing

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience at a regional or mutual carrier

Perks and benefits:

Starting pay: $131,000 to $177,000 per year, depending on experience and certifications.

• Health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Paid holidays
• Flexible spending account
• Profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave

About the company:

Agents, brokers and direct customers all buy through our platforms, with policy administration on Guidewire. Canyon Mutual Insurance is a property and casualty insurer writing policies in 30 states through independent agents.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you need an accommodation during the application process, let us know.

Interview process: a phone call, a meeting with the hiring manager, and a final conversation with the team.

Please include a short note on why this role interests you.

Start: Within 30 days.

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