Underwriter – Mobile, AL

  • Job Details

  • Job Status: Open
  • Posted On: October 11, 2024
  • Job Category: Finance and Accounting
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Location: Mobile. AL
  • Desired Experience: 5+ years
  • Desired Education: Bachelors
  • Compensation:
  • Travel: 20%
  • Relocation:

Underwriter – Mobile, AL

Our client is looking for an experienced underwriter. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating risks to achieve sound underwriting performance. The underwriter collects and processes complex data, produces pricing presentations to explain pricing rationale, and focuses on creating innovative solutions for our customers. Building strong relationships with brokers and insureds by consistently demonstrating excellent service, problem-solving ability, and impeccable core values is integral to the position.

This position reports to the SVP, Director of Underwriting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collect and process insured’s data and evaluate loss history and price to achieve performance standards.
  • Responsible for book performance which includes managing a long-term pricing plan, anticipating difficult renewals, and developing strategy in collaboration with other team insureds.
  • Communicate and present pricing to the team, management, insured, and broker with confidence.
  • Responsible for fostering existing and future relationships with brokers and insureds and actively assisting the team in developing appropriate strategies.
  • Manage the flow of business for the assigned team and delegate tasks appropriately.
  • Provide clear and concise instructions to the team on quotes, confirmations, billing, collateral, endorsements, audits, collections, and cancellations.
  • Mentor Associate Underwriters.
  • Demonstrate company’s value to insureds and brokers.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Solid working knowledge of underwriting practices using established underwriting guidelines
  • Must be self-motivated
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to travel for in-person meetings
  • Solid organizational skills, ability to multi-task and must be detail-oriented
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to be comfortable having difficult conversations with insureds and brokers
  • Adept computer and software abilities including Microsoft Office applications
  • Analytical thinker with research proficiencies

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

  • This is an in-office position where employees enjoy a comfortable working environment in a modern-classic office space with beautiful views
  • Named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama for five years straight
  • Collaborative, positive, and engaging company culture
  • Strong tradition of corporate charitable promotion

Travel:  Occasional – 20%

Location:  Mobile, AL

Compensation:  Commensurate with experience, plus bonus potential and full benefits

If you are qualified and interested, please submit your resume and cover letter.

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