Senior Commercial Underwriter

Mid-Continent Group•Tulsa, OK

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Mid-Continent Group, a subsidiary of Great American, specializes in commercial casualty coverages, particularly general liability for construction, energy, and difficult-to-place businesses in other industries. Its products include General Liability, Commercial Auto, Inland Marine, and Umbrella coverage. Mid-Continent Group is seeking a Senior Commercial Underwriter to join its Underwriting team. The role evaluates new and renewal business in line with company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite, analyzes risk information, and makes decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms. The position is expected to be on-site at least three days per week, with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday as core in-office days, subject to business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Generally, 5 years of related Commercial General Liability, Automobile, Excess/Umbrella, and Inland Marine experience is required.
Commercial underwriting experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Energy underwriting experience, including renewable and green energy or upstream and midstream oil and gas.
Completion of or progress toward a professional designation such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), or Associate of Risk Management (ARM).

Responsibilities

Evaluate and underwrite new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
Analyze risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
Collaborate with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
Order and review additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and outside inspections, to inform decisions.
Ensure proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
Evaluate existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
Communicate underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external customers and coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.
Interpret, explain, and market products and services.
Perform other related duties.