Commercial Underwriter- Property & Casualty

Jencap•Phoenix, AZ

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commercial Underwriter will manage a book of business and service, rate, and write specialty commercial insurance policies in support of the Commercial Self-storage program. The role underwrites Property, General Liability, and Surplus Lines policies, applying sound judgment and discretion in accordance with underwriting guidelines, rating requirements, and insurance regulations. The position works on a hybrid schedule, with three days in the Phoenix, Arizona office and two days remote.

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 in accordance with underwriting guidelines, rating requirements, 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 service agents on 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.