Commercial Standard Lines Underwriter

Arthur J. Gallagher•Rolling Meadows, IL

About The Position

At RPS, we don t just embrace bold ideas, we make them happen. We re a team of entrepreneurs, big-picture thinkers, and passionate experts who thrive on possibility. Every day, we collaborate across teams, challenge convention, and push boundaries to design innovative solutions for our clients. With access to top-rated carriers and a dynamic marketplace, we bring strategy and creativity together to deliver what others might call impossible. Here, every voice counts, every perspective matters, and every challenge is an opportunity to grow. You ll be supported by a culture that celebrates ownership, curiosity, and high performance, where you re trusted to do your best work and encouraged to keep learning along the way. How you'll make an impact Primary focus is to assist Underwriter/Broker Senior in servicing and operational management of accounts. Underwrites, services, and manages assigned accounts. Has Production and Service goals assigned and is measured on attainment of both. Underwrites individual insurance applications to cover property and casualty with guidelines set for the issuance of policies on a standard or substandard basis. Determines whether to accept, modify or decline a risk through evaluation of the property's value, location, usage, and safety features, and other information pertinent to the decision. Has frequent contact with field to gather information on which to base and defend underwriting decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 3 years related experience required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows applications and Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Assignments are broad in nature and usually require originality and ingenuity.

Responsibilities

Assist Underwriter/Broker Senior in servicing and operational management of accounts.
Underwrites, services, and manages assigned accounts.
Has Production and Service goals assigned and is measured on attainment of both.
Underwrites individual insurance applications to cover property and casualty with guidelines set for the issuance of policies on a standard or substandard basis.
Determines whether to accept, modify or decline a risk through evaluation of the property's value, location, usage, and safety features, and other information pertinent to the decision.
Has frequent contact with field to gather information on which to base and defend underwriting decisions.

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