Commercial Trucking Underwriter II

INSURICA INC•Fort Lauderdale, FL

27d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Underwriter II is responsible for the profitability, growth, and retention of an assigned book of business in support of company goals and objectives. The role manages account activities and follows sound marketing, solicitation, underwriting, production, and service practices for new and renewal business. The Underwriter II also assists and mentors other underwriters and helps ensure the quality and integrity of the team’s underwriting processes and activities. This position is based at the Florida Branch in Dania, Florida. It is full-time, has a day shift, and lists a salary range of $70,000 to $85,000. No travel percentage is listed in the job details, although the qualifications section indicates approximately 10% travel, occasionally overnight. Remote-work opportunities vary by location, department, and business need and are subject to change; managers provide details about telecommuting and scheduling.

Requirements

Three to five 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 products such as Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and Teams, and the 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Underwrite risks for assigned producers, teams, or jurisdictions within established guidelines and personal authority levels.
Review, quote, and bind new submissions and renewal business within agency standards and systems.
Meet pre-established premium production objectives by writing profitable business within agency standards and systems.
Market First Light products to brokers, prospects, and insureds, including traveling to producer or prospect locations.
Participate actively on the underwriting team to meet objectives and identify and resolve teamwork issues.
Accurately document account analysis, underwriting, and financial information within established standards.
Build and maintain successful relationships with clients and carriers.
Assist with training new underwriting personnel, including participating in training sessions.
Assist in developing reports and analyses of underwriting efforts and results.
Review activities involving the public, customers, and companies to help 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 essential functions and business needs.
Meet specific performance objectives that may be developed annually.