Commercial Lines Underwriter

This is a direct hire role for an experienced underwriter who thrives in a remote work setting, and brings 7+ years of Commercial Lines property experience - particularly in small to middle market risks. You'll work with top-tier agencies, evaluate more complex risks, and play a key role in managing relationships and driving new business in a Southern CA Territory. Our client is a top-rated best place to work and a regional property and casualty insurer for more than 100 years!

• HOURS : Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (flexibility offered)
• DURATION : Direct Hire
• WORKPLACE : 100% Remote work offered, but the Underwriter must reside in Southern California.
• PAY : $65,000 - $105,000 per year, depending on experience.
• To qualify for $90k, plus, the qualified candidate must have a minimum of 7 years' recent experience working as a full Commercial Property Underwriter.
• BENEFITS : This client offers a full comprehensive benefits!

• Job Duties will include, but are not limited to: Responsible for the evaluation of small to middle market risks within a defined business territory. Under supervisor, this position reviews individual submissions for Commercial lines to evaluate risk attributes, pricing and business fit within Company guidelines and policies.
• This position is responsible for building strong agency relationships to develop new business opportunities; retain a strong renewal book of business and manage the overall book to profitability metrics.
• The Senior Underwriter will typically work with top or middle tier agents as well as evaluate more complex and sophisticated commercial risks within the region.
• The Senior Underwriter is expected to make production calls and develop new business production.
• May be directed to perform other underwriting duties including quality control, mentoring, territory analysis, and agency training.
• Will need to know:
• Underwriting principles, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Rating plans (ISO or similar) and commercial lines coverages.
• Knowledge of social, economic, and competitive aspects of territory assigned.
• National and local business conditions and trends.
• Underwriting and marketing philosophy and procedure.

• Requirements: College degree (or equivalent experience) and recent five to ten years of experience writing small to medium sized small business and middle market risks as a Commercial Line's Underwriter.
• Completion of technical insurance coursework preferred, such as CPCU, AU, ARM, CRM or CIC.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.