Associate Underwriter

Arthur J Gallagher & Co.•East Lansing, MI

67d

About The Position

Risk Placement Services is one of the nation's largest specialty insurance products distributors. We work with top-rated carriers to design comprehensive coverage for our clients. Our employees are fueled by a culture built around teamwork, creativity and responsiveness. RPS Regency has been a leader in the formation and administration of self insured group (SIG) funds for over 30 years and currently administers 8 Michigan specific SIG funds. As an Associate Underwriter, you're on an underwriting team that manages both the workers' compensation renewal and new business underwriting. This includes managing incoming applications from a network of independent insurance agents, researching business operations and determining eligibility within underwriting guidelines. The position offers opportunities for growth and development, including projects involving coverage rate creation, data research, meeting with insurance agents and activities with partner trade Associations. The position interacts regularly with clients, prospective members, sales producers, third party claim administrators, excess insurance carriers, loss control engineers, industry trade associations and state regulators. A successful candidate in this role will excel in establishing strong relationships while utilizing data to properly apply various underwriting standards. The goal of this role is to maintain underwriting profitability while generating new business and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently
Excellent communication in areas of presenting and conveying data
Analytical capabilities, including interpreting data and developing underwriting strategies
Strong level of accountability for ensuring processes are followed and deadlines met
Strong customer service and focus on continuous improvement
Team oriented with willingness to serve various roles when needed
Minimum 3 years working in commercial insurance; background in Work Comp a plus
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
Travel to Agencies & Agency Events (up to/around 10%)

Responsibilities

Work with a team of underwriters, to serve both current and prospective clients.
Review applicant loss history to measure risk and ensure underwriting standards
Apply proper processes and procedures for underwriting new and existing business

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program