Senior Personal Lines Underwriter

The Jonus Group•Branchville, NJ

1d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Personal Lines Underwriter to join a team. This role involves underwriting homeowner property and umbrella lines, with a focus on multi-family properties such as condos, rentals, and combination dwellings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in underwriting, excellent relationship-building skills with independent agents, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience underwriting homeowner property and umbrella lines.
Proven experience underwriting multi-family properties, including condos, rentals, and combination dwellings (up to 4 units).
Expertise in underwriting homeowner property in PA and NJ.
Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong relationships with independent agents are highly desirable.
Experience with Guidewire software is a plus.
Background in a regional insurance carrier is preferred over large carriers.

Responsibilities

Review policies with significant losses prior to renewal.
Assess risk changes to ensure eligibility and accurate rating for upcoming term renewals.
Evaluate files processed through automated rules for accuracy.
Collaborate with Business Development Specialists to drive profitable growth with existing and new agents.
Partner with Loss Control Specialists on home inspections, loss mitigation requests, and Insurance-to-Value (ITV) matters.
Work with the Underwriting Tech team to process policy transactions efficiently.
Perform job duties independently and as part of a team.
Provide support to team members as needed.
Travel occasionally to meet with agents and maintain strong working relationships.