Excess & Surplus Lines Underwriting Trainee - Scottsdale, AZ (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance Group, Inc. • Scottsdale, AZ

34d • $64,000 - $70,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Momentum Trainee program for professionals is a robust 9-month program that builds a foundation of insurance expertise through classroom learning, business rotations, and on-the-job training. Momentum has launched over 250 successful and rewarding careers at Selective and that number is still growing - upon completion of the program, trainees transition to full-time roles in Underwriting, including Excess & Surplus lines, Risk Management, Accounting and more. The training kicks off in July 2026 for 8 weeks at our corporate headquarters in Branchville, NJ before trainees return to their regional offices. Selective Insurance Company of America is hiring Underwriting Trainees for our Excess & Surplus Division at our regional office in Scottsdale, AZ. In this role, you will learn to underwrite renewal business by the successful completion of our training. You will also learn to administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, insurance laws and regulations. In addition, you will understand techniques for providing service and guidance to accounts, all while learning the business.

Requirements

• May be required to travel to agent's offices, attend Risk Management surveys, and participate in Premium Audit and Claim reviews. Must have valid state-issued driver's license in good standing.
• Demonstrated self-starter.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers/peers.
• Must show sound, balanced and timely decision-making skills.
• Achieve AINS and AU insurance designation within 18 months of accepting position.
• Must be willing to travel frequently to our corporate headquarters in New Jersey.
• College degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in insurance theories and practices.
• Develop expertise in analyzing customer needs.
• Learn how to negotiate price, coverage, and terms for renewals.
• Deliver and present renewal proposals to agency personnel.
• Build relationships with agents through agency visitation, phone conversations and written correspondence.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and marketing in an effort to learn business and processes.
• Demonstrate an aptitude for analyzing and interpreting underwriting information.
• Analyze data to determine coverage and line of business upsells.
• Participate in a corporate group project as assigned.

Benefits

• Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees