Sr Production Underwriter - Middle Market

UFG Insurance•Roseville, CA

2d•$135,000 - $185,000•Remote

About The Position

UFG is hiring a Sr Production Underwriter for its Middle Market business in the Western Region. This multi-line, multi-industry underwriting role is responsible for attracting and underwriting middle market business, managing assigned renewal accounts, building strong agency relationships, and executing underwriting strategy to achieve profit and premium plans. The position also supports resolution of escalated issues and mentors and coaches team members. The opportunity is fully remote, with the ideal candidate residing in or around the Bay Area, California. Travel is required based on the assigned book of business and territory. The work may involve general office conditions, with remote, in-person, and hybrid options determined by the manager. The annual base salary range is $135,000–$185,000. UFG also offers annual incentive compensation and a total rewards package that includes insurance coverage, retirement plans with employer contributions, time off, and programs supporting employee well-being and financial security.

Requirements

Five or more years of commercial lines underwriting experience preferred.
Advanced risk evaluation skills and knowledge of insurance contracts.
Ability to execute underwriting strategy for an assigned territory and make effective underwriting decisions.
Leadership skills, including the ability to mentor, coach, and train.
Ability to prioritize and complete work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to build trust and manage stakeholders effectively with internal and external partners.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Advanced communication and negotiation skills.
Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines and effective dates.
Advanced knowledge of the agency force and current market environment.
Excellent sales skills and a proven record of growing a profitable book of business.
Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree preferred.
Completion of or progress toward AU, CIC, and/or CPCU designations preferred.

Responsibilities

Profitably underwrite complex new and renewal business through risk selection, pricing, contractual integrity, and account management, within delegated authority and in compliance with regulations.
Assess risks, identify exposures and controls, price risks appropriately, and set terms and conditions that support a profitable portfolio.
Document underwriting reasoning in assigned files.
Serve as a subject matter expert and assist team members with complex risks.
Manage the portfolio to achieve profit and premium plans for prescribed business unit strategies.
Achieve production goals within the assigned territory.
Market to agencies and insureds through in-person and virtual sales calls.
Prospect and develop a strong pipeline of new business opportunities.
Develop and maintain successful relationships with producers and agencies.
Represent UFG in the marketplace by communicating the company's underwriting, risk control, and claims capabilities across business units.
Collaborate with underwriting, sales and distribution, underwriting center and support, risk control, legal, claims, and other internal partners.
Complete agency reviews, capture information about market opportunities, and provide management with feedback about the marketplace, agencies, and competition.
Mentor and train team members, answer questions, resolve escalated issues, and provide guidance.
Represent the field underwriter perspective in corporate initiatives and projects.
Support and participate in the deployment of technical underwriting training and content.