Commercial Lines Underwriter 1

Concord General Mutual Insurance Company•Bedford, NH

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About The Position

Our Commercial Lines Underwriter I is responsible for understanding and applying insurance coverage, rules and guidelines, as well as executing the underwriting decision-making process according to Company underwriting philosophy. Work is performed under general supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or direct equivalent experience with property/casualty underwriting
Ability to organize data, multi-task and make decisions independently
Above average communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to write reports and compose correspondence
Ability to resolve complex issues
Continually develop product knowledge through participation in approved educational programs

Responsibilities

Learn various insurance coverages and contracts along with company philosophy and procedures, in order to make underwriting decisions
Read, interpret, and react to documents such as policies, manuals, forms, and endorsements to understand their meaning and use
Assemble information, develop opinions, and clearly express decisions using sound reasoning and judgment
Analyze loss experience, financial conditions and physical characteristics of risks
Acquires a working knowledge of supporting sections of the underwriting department
Effectively communicate with independent agents and other associates through verbal and/or written means
Participate in and successfully complete the Company underwriter training program

Benefits

medical
vision
dental
life insurance
disability insurance
a generous paid time off program for vacation, personal, sick time, and holiday pay
parental leave
adoption assistance
fertility treatment assistance
a competitive 401(k) plan with company match
gym member/fitness class reimbursement
additional resources and programs that encourage professional growth and overall wellness