Associate Underwriter (General Casualty)
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Come grow with James River Insurance!
James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.
At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. We are proud of our recent national recognition as a 2023, 2022, and 2021 Top Workplaces USA awards.
James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Job Summary
The Underwriter will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing underwriting data in order to determine if risks meet corporate underwriting standards calculate appropriate premium and determine proper terms for acceptable risks and respond to brokers when risks do not meet underwriting guidelines. Underwriters are also responsible for developing and maintaining profitable business relationships with brokers.
Duties And Responsibilities
Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer ServiceAnalyze new business opportunities and develop renewal strategiesAttain quote, premium and division goals as assignedDevelop and maintain strong relationships with brokersUse critical thinking and problem solving skills to negotiate with brokers on placementsTravel to meet with brokers within assigned territory at least three times per yearOther duties as assigned
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Ability to effectively and properly select, evaluate, model, determine coverage, rate, document, quote and bind accountsAbility to effectively assess riskExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently or in a team environment to complete assignments within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed processes and standard accepted underwriting practicesSolid knowledge of underwriting philosophy and techniquesProven problem solving and decision making skillsStrong negotiation skillsAbility to multi-taskHigh level of initiative and motivationStrong work ethic with a drive to succeedSolid customer service and relationship building skillsProficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet researching
Experience And Education
Associate Underwriter
Bachelor's Degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experienceIndustry associated classes or courses preferred
Underwriter
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 2 years of related underwriting experience preferably in Excess and Surplus linesPreferably pursuing courses toward professional designations or continuing education.
Senior Underwriter
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experienceMinimum of 5 years underwriting experience, preferably in Excess and Surplus linesProfessional designation is preferred
Executive Underwriter
20+ years industry experience, 15+ years in Excess and Surplus lines with specialized coverage and product knowledgeBachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experienceSpecific experience in marketing and underwriting of the division related productsProfessional designation is preferred
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