Commercial Field Underwriter

The Jonus Group•Denver, CO

14d•$105,000 - $138,000

About The Position

Commercial Field Underwriter Job Summary Seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Commercial Field Underwriter to join a dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and analyzing risk for diverse commercial lines, maintaining long-term client relationships, and ensuring underwriting decisions align with both corporate policies and industry regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a customer-centric mindset, and the ability to collaborate across departments.

Requirements

Proven experience as an underwriter, preferably in commercial lines underwriting or field underwriting roles.
Strong knowledge of underwriting principles, guidelines, and local insurance regulations.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
Analytical and critical thinking skills with a keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with clients and internal teams effectively.
Proficiency in relevant software tools and underwriting systems.
Ability to travel as required for on-site evaluations and client interactions.

Responsibilities

Assess and evaluate risks for commercial accounts in accordance with company underwriting guidelines and standards.
Conduct in-person inspections, assessments, and client meetings to better understand risk exposure and business operations.
Collaborate with agents, brokers, and clients to gather necessary data and provide exceptional service to policyholders.
Develop, negotiate, and manage policy terms, conditions, and pricing based on risk analysis and company objectives.
Monitor market trends and changes in the industry to inform underwriting strategies.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies in all underwriting activities.
Work cross-functionally with internal teams such as Claims, Loss Control, and Actuarial to develop comprehensive risk solutions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
Deliver training or mentor junior underwriters or team members as needed.