Personal Lines Underwriter – Plainview, NY | Montvale, NJ | Mt. Laurel, NJ
About The Position
A & Associates is seeking one experienced Personal Lines Underwriter for a confidential search with a respected specialty insurance organization. Preferred locations are Plainview, New York; Montvale, New Jersey; and Mt. Laurel, New Jersey. Remote candidates may be considered. This is a full-time, direct-hire role with a hybrid schedule as assigned by the client. The underwriter reviews, evaluates, and underwrites personal lines submissions; analyzes risk exposures and pricing; and builds productive agency relationships that support profitable portfolio growth. The client is described as having exceptional employee retention, collaborative leadership, innovative technology, hybrid flexibility, and a family-oriented culture. Average employee tenure exceeds ten years, with opportunities for professional growth. Work takes place in a professional office environment on a hybrid schedule, with remote work potentially considered. The culture emphasizes professionalism, service, innovation, respect, initiative, teamwork, and work-life balance. The position offers competitive compensation based on experience, with a stated range of $65,000 to $100,000. The start date is to be determined.
Requirements
- At least five years of personal lines underwriting experience.
- MGA or wholesale insurance background; candidates from retail agency, carrier, or MGU backgrounds will not be considered.
- Active insurance license.
- Established client portfolio covering NJ, NY, PA, VA, MA, and the broader New England territory; especially required for remote candidates.
- Strong underwriting and risk analysis skills.
- Strong relationship management skills with agency partners.
- Ability to meet high performance expectations in a hybrid work environment.
- Willingness to complete a Caliper assessment as part of the selection process.
Responsibilities
- Review, evaluate, and underwrite personal lines submissions.
- Analyze risk exposures and pricing.
- Develop and maintain productive agency relationships.
- Provide underwriting expertise and exceptional service to agency partners.
- Support profitable portfolio growth.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Wellness incentive program
- Education assistance
- Mentorship, goal setting, and coaching
- Internal growth opportunities
- State-of-the-art technology
- Community and philanthropy opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
