Bond Underwriter I (Remote)

Selective Insurance Company of America•Charlotte, NC

7h•Remote

About The Position

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year. Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Requirements

Excellent analytical skills; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to market and negotiate effectively with internal and external customers.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
College degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
1-3 years accounting and/or financial statement analysis preferred
Surety and Fidelity underwriting experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform financial analysis, credit analysis, and risk assessment of bond contracts to determine underwriting exposure through the use and interpretation of financial-based computer applications.
Complete underwriting on new business and renewal bond contracts. May increase renewal premium by cross-selling additional coverage, products or service.
Follow, and be able to research, underwriting rules, guidelines, insurance laws and regulations, and rating manuals.
Process renewal form letters, status inquiry reviews, and revisions. Send out supplies, kits, and guides to assigned agents.
Provide guidance to agents, and to other departments, regarding various underwriting information. Effectively communicate underwriting decisions and appetite to agents. Reinforce the ease of doing business and franchise value with Selective by meeting or exceeding agent expectations and service quality on a consistent basis.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. Communicate openly and in a timely fashion. Participate in the development of team goals and work diligently to achieve them. Support all team decisions.
Conduct continuous profit and growth analysis by territory and agency as assigned. Monitor premium retention with the use of electronic reporting tools.