Commercial Trucking Underwriter I

INSURICA, Inc•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•$55,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Underwriter I is responsible for the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business in support of company goals. The role manages account activities and follows sound marketing, soliciting, underwriting, production, and service practices for assigned new and renewal business. The position is based at the Florida Branch in Dania, Florida, and is categorized as underwriting. Telecommuting opportunities depend on location, department, and business needs and may change; managers provide details about availability and scheduling.

Requirements

One to three years of previous commercial underwriting experience in casualty risk is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience.
Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks within deadlines.
Effective negotiation and critical-thinking skills.
Demonstrated commitment to results-driven performance.
Ability to work within regulations, guidelines, and procedures and make decisions accordingly.
Ability to understand and carry out complex instructions and prepare and maintain complex records and files.
Commitment to quality, integrity, and ethical conduct.
Ability to build and maintain successful relationships.
Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Teams, and ability to use agency management systems.
Ability to travel approximately 10%, occasionally overnight.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Self-motivated, with initiative to prioritize work and operate independently.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with colleagues and managers at all levels.
Ability to promote a team environment and find accommodating solutions for customers, companies, and the agency.
Ability to adhere to company policies and procedures and maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to perform approximately 80% sedentary work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and negligible force frequently.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
Ability to operate a computer workstation, including a keyboard and video display; requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physical or mental impairment.

Nice To Haves

Insurance-related certifications or designations such as CIC, INS, CPCU, or AU.
One to three years of previous commercial underwriting experience in casualty risk.

Responsibilities

Underwrite risks for assigned producers, teams, or jurisdictions within established guidelines and personal authority limits.
Review, quote, and bind new submissions and renewal business in accordance with company standards and systems.
Meet established premium production objectives by writing profitable business within company standards and systems.
Market First Light products to brokers, prospects, and insureds, including traveling to producer or prospect locations.
Participate actively in the underwriting team to meet objectives and identify and resolve teamwork issues.
Document account analysis, underwriting, and financial information accurately and according to established standards.
Build and maintain successful relationships with clients and carriers.
Assist in training new underwriting personnel, including participating in training sessions.
Review activities involving the public, customers, and companies to avoid potential errors and omissions issues.
Participate in seminars and other training to maintain required licenses and develop knowledge and skills.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the essential functions of the position.