Commercial Underwriter- Property & Casualty

Jencap•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commercial Underwriter will manage a book of business and service, rate, and write specialty commercial insurance policies supporting the Commercial Self-storage program. The role is based in Phoenix, Arizona, and follows a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remote. The underwriter manages large and specialty accounts and evaluates property, general liability, and surplus lines risks within granted underwriting authority, while supporting agents and colleagues and contributing to marketing strategies.

Requirements

At least 3 years of work-related experience underwriting Commercial Property & Casualty Insurance.
Knowledge of Excess & Surplus Lines business.
Strong customer-service orientation and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with agencies and carriers.
Ability to work as part of an underwriting team, including mentoring others.

Responsibilities

Manage large and specialty accounts as part of the commercial insurance team.
Underwrite Property, General Liability, and Surplus Lines policies using sound judgment and discretion in accordance with underwriting guidelines, rating, and insurance regulations.
Review, evaluate, and price new and renewal applications, endorsements, and related documents within granted authority.
Ensure delivery, follow-up, and servicing of new business and renewal accounts as required.
Provide technical underwriting support for assigned accounts and agencies, and make underwriting decisions on referred accounts.
Accept, reject, classify, price, and bind insurance risks within granted underwriting authority.
Communicate with and provide service to agents regarding new and renewal business.
Respond appropriately and promptly to questions from agents, underwriters, and other team members.
Assist in developing and implementing new marketing strategies.
Work as part of an underwriting team, including mentoring others.