Sr. Underwriter

Berkley•Scottsdale, AZ

24d•$110,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr. Stop Loss Underwriter focused on our Captives business, you'll be given the autonomy to manage your own workload with a sense of urgency around quote deadlines and production targets. We'll count on you to seek profitable growth of the company’s portfolio of stop loss business by analyzing and selecting risks based on qualified underwriting criteria that adhere to the company’s established underwriting guidelines. What you can expect: Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent Internal mobility opportunities Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams Opportunity to impact change Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of progressive Stop Loss Underwriting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
A basic understanding of stop loss market dynamics, risk management strategies, and a strong desire to stay ahead of emerging risks in the market
A basic skillset in the areas of math, communication and negotiation, with a strong desire to grow these skillsets under the direction and training of more seasoned staff
Strong time management skills and self-discipline to effectively manage a large case load volume during peak production cycles
Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
Must exhibit professional behavior at all times while representing or being identified as an employee of the company
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with all operational areas, management and staff to further the company’s mission
Strong consulting and interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with brokers, clients and service vendors

Nice To Haves

Experience with David Young System (preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

Write and retain profitable stop loss cases adhering to the company’s guidelines and within assigned letter of authority
Establish the basics of medical underwriting by training with and learning from the Company’s internal Clinical Underwriting staff
Properly complete and clearly articulate thought process around risk selection and pricing for efficient reviews with underwriting management and clinical staff
Become acquainted with target production sources as well as Sales and Account Management teams and begin establishing your own relationships using effective forms of communication
Accurately document underwriting thought process and authority reviews through company journal and filing system
Collaborate with underwriting management to review more complex cases requiring a higher degree of underwriting authority