Production Underwriter

 

With over 35 years of proven expertise in the workers' compensation industry, Key Risk delivers innovative and responsive solutions that provide our clients the freedom to do what they do best. Offering guaranteed cost options to employers nationwide, Key Risk focuses on delivering products and services within specialized verticals to reduce workers' compensation exposures and deliver industry-leading results.

 

All products and services are distributed through appointed insurance agents and brokers. Key Risk is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior), Financial Size Category XV by A.M. Best Company and A+ (Strong), by S&P.

 

For further information about Key Risk please visit www.KeyRisk.com.

Key Risk is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced underwriter to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to achieving and exceeding the regions’ profit plan through proper risk selection, agency management, and communication of Key Risk’s value proposition.  

 

• Underwrites accounts up to $750,000 annual premium
• Manage a book of business $5,000,000 to $7,000,000
• Develops and maintains relationships with 10-15 agencies
• Responsible for a moderate number of agencies including partners with Advantage and/or Premier status within our Key Alliance agency structure
• Achieves/exceeds planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and inforce premium goals
• Takes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetite
• Complies with insurance filings and regulatory requirements
• Research new market niches, serve as an industry lead, and participate in special projects
• Establishes a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurers
• Performs agency evaluations and establishes agency goals within required time frames and expectations
• Participates effectively in new and renewal team sales activities and Client Service Management (CSM) meetings to obtain and retain profitable business

This role has the capability to be remote if not located near our High Point NC office.

• 3 - 5 years of workers compensation underwriting experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans as well as an understanding of loss development and the ability to objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financials
• Two to three years of marketing experience working with independent agents
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Strong managerial skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member
• Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners
• Superior customer service skills
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Ability to remain positive and calm in times of stress
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, determine priorities and adapt to changing priorities as needed

Education

• BA/BS Degree
• CPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
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.
Travel is required including an occasional overnight stay to visit agents, attend seminars and participate in company/industry related functions.
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role