Commercial Field Underwriter - Indiana

Acuity Insurance

6d • $75,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Acuity is seeking a Commercial Field Underwriter to quote and issue new
commercial accounts for a selected group of committed agents. To
enthusiastically sell Acuity commercial products and ensure strong growth of
profitable business within an assigned territory.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively sell Acuity.
• Ability to communicate unpopular decisions tactfully.
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic.
• Goal oriented.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of commercial underwriting Experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• CPCU, CIC or similar insurance designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visits each agency on a regular basis with the purpose of soliciting new business and enhancing agency relationships. Must be prepared to inspect a risk and to immediately make acceptability and pricing decisions. All the agency's prospects submitted should be reviewed.
• Make appropriate selection and pricing decisions consistent with Acuity goals for growth and profitability.
• Keep abreast of all company underwriting policies, procedures, and guidelines as well as events affecting the industry. Attend meetings as required.
• Recommend additional coverages or options to make our proposals more responsive to the insured's needs.
• Encourage and assist in the production of profitable commercial business by maintaining an excellent working relationship with agents and other Acuity personnel.
• Ability to operate computer keyboard.
• Be available to travel throughout the assigned territory as well as occasional travel to other territories as needed.
• Maintains valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record to operate a corporate vehicle.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Acuity offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous 401(k) contribution, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.
• A full description of benefits and eligibility will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees