Specialty Underwriter - Staffing Program

Berkley • High Point, NC

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About The Position

Key Risk is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Underwriter to join our Specialty team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to achieving and exceeding the division’s profit plan through proper risk selection, agency/broker management, and communication of Key Risk’s value proposition.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree
• 3 - 5 years of workers compensation underwriting experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans as well as an understanding of loss development and the ability to objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financials
• 3-5 years of marketing experience working with independent agents and/or wholesale brokers
• Self-motivated and results oriented
• Strong managerial skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member
• Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners
• Superior customer service skills
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Ability to remain positive and calm in times of stress
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, determine priorities and adapt to changing priorities as needed

Nice To Haves

• CPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred
• Temporary staffing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Underwrite temporary staffing accounts within established underwriting authority
• Manage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000
• Develop and maintain relationships with assigned brokers and agents
• Achieves/exceeds planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and inforce premium goals
• Takes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetite
• Comply with insurance filings and regulatory requirements
• Establishes a knowledge base of broker needs, staff, and contracted insurers
• Participates effectively in new and renewal team sales activities to obtain and retain profitable businessContributes to agency evaluations, goal setting and development plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees