Executive Underwriter - Special Risk (Loss Sensitive/Large Accounts) (Commercial P&C)

Amerisure Mutual Insurance•Farmington Hills, MI

66d•Remote

About The Position

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus. Amerisure is recruiting for an Executive Underwriter, Special Risk to join our team. This role can sit remote in most locations in the U.S. Position Summary: Responsible for underwriting and managing a portfolio of complex Special Risk accounts leveraging loss sensitive industry expertise to drive profitable growth. Serves as a strategic partner for select agencies with the highest levels of field authority. This role is a key contributor to Amerisure’s loss-sensitive growth strategy, shaping underwriting direction and driving profitability by delivering exceptional service and contributing to Amerisure’s strategic objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
7 years underwriting experience in commercial middle market insurance.
Proven success managing a portfolio of complex accounts with demonstrated profitability
Deep underwriting knowledge of complex risks including loss sensitive programs
Strong analytical, data and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguity
High degree of business acumen with the ability to assess market conditions, competitive positioning, and portfolio performance.
Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated successful ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams.
Demonstrated successful ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
Ability to travel up to 15%.

Nice To Haves

CIC, CPCU, AU designations preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and apply advanced underwriting judgement to price and negotiate complex loss sensitive accounts
Create loss sensitive programs using the Special Risk Quote application in accordance with SR Program guidance
Build pipeline of new loss sensitive opportunities for assigned select agencies that align with Amerisure’s risk appetite.
Influence and contribute to the development of loss sensitive underwriting guidelines
Maintain and manage a portfolio of loss sensitive renewal accounts, in alignment with our loss sensitive program, pricing and loss ratio objectives
Build and maintain effective relationships with select agencies to drive successful acquisition of new and desired renewal accounts.
Deliver loss sensitive training workshops to agencies to support producer development
Maintain organized and thorough underwriting documentation in accordance with Amerisure’s standards and guidelines.
Attain established underwriting performance metrics for both new and renewal accounts, including production goals and quote and hit ratios.
Partner with internal teams, such as claims and risk management, to ensure comprehensive support for agency partners.