Underwriter/Inside Broker

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Underwriter/Inside Broker to join their team!

POSITION SUMMARY:

As an Underwriter/Inside Broker, you will be at the forefront of their mission to develop, manage, and sustain profitable business by providing top-notch technical expertise and unparalleled customer service. You'll be responsible for managing a Broker’s book of business in-house.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists Broker in managing the service and market placement of Broker's portfolio of commercial insurance accounts.
• Maintains cooperative and dependable relationships with retail agencies and brokerages; may make marketing calls to the agencies/brokerages on behalf of the Broker.
• May be responsible for targeted revenue goals.
• Demonstrates broad knowledge of commercial insurance coverages with insurance carriers and other markets.
• Evaluates submissions from retail insurance brokers; identifies exposures and coverage required.
• Identify appropriate markets to request quotes from based on coverage requirements.
• Follows through with market placements as agreed with Broker.
• May create submissions to insurance market selections.
• Communicates and negotiates with insurance markets and retail brokers.
• Evaluates quotes and contract provisions offered by insurance markets.
• May present competitive pricing, contract language and necessary details on quotes to retail insurance brokers and will discuss any questions and binding of quote with an agent.
• Successfully negotiates market placement of new and/or renewal business as directed by Broker; bind orders.
• Works to help ensure all documents are attached and maintained for the appropriate policy/account.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience and knowledge considered.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a commercial insurance brokerage or underwriting environment.
• Wholesale brokerage experience preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of commercial insurance coverages and relevant forms.
• Must be licensed by appropriate state or be able to quickly obtain insurance license.
• Track record of trusted working relationships with carriers and markets.
• Highest level of customer relations and negotiating skills to effect profitable results.
• Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize diversified workload.
• Critical attention to details.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• May be required to have and maintain a valid driver’s license

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