Sr. Underwriter/Underwriting Specialist, Environmental

Markel • Boston, MA

3d

About The Position

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to underwrite new business and renewals in a profitable manner and according to authority level and established guidelines, and drive projects having an impact on the business. Assigned larger, more important and more complex accounts. Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. Understand state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within each state. Knowledgeable in coverage forms and policy language; appropriate utilization of forms and exclusions. Assist with resolving premium audit disputes within assigned agents/brokers. Viewed as an expert within a product area and able to mentor less experienced underwriters. What you'll be doing: Communicate with Northeast underwriting management and national environmental and energy product line leaders on individual accounts, current and proposed producers, and make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate. Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit. Assist with resolving premium audit disputes within assigned agents/brokers. Review submissions and identify exposure and risk from information provided. Review terms, conditions and pricing. Underwrite renewal business and handle related servicing. Implement corrective measures on renewal accounts as needed. Monitor producers for profitability and production. Market products to producers by coordinating marketing plan with regional and national marketing associates. Participate in audits and/or underwriting meetings as required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated technical underwriting knowledge and skills reflective of progression of increasing responsibility
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and skilled presentation aptitude
• Technologically savvy; proficient in Word, Outlook, & Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
• Must be a team player that enjoys a flexible and spontaneous business environment
• Able to provide coaching to others.
• 3+ years of current underwriting experience in wholesale environmental and energy commercial insurance required
• Flexible to travel approximately 25% when appropriate.
• US Work Authorization
• US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Northeast underwriting management and national environmental and energy product line leaders on individual accounts, current and proposed producers, and make recommendations concerning operations, systems and procedures when appropriate.
• Underwrite and select new business that will produce an underwriting profit.
• Assist with resolving premium audit disputes within assigned agents/brokers.
• Review submissions and identify exposure and risk from information provided.
• Review terms, conditions and pricing.
• Underwrite renewal business and handle related servicing.
• Implement corrective measures on renewal accounts as needed.
• Monitor producers for profitability and production.
• Market products to producers by coordinating marketing plan with regional and national marketing associates.
• Participate in audits and/or underwriting meetings as required.

Benefits

• In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.
• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees