Underwriter

Ryan Specialty•Franklin, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

RT Specialty, a division of Ryan Specialty, is a leading wholesale distributor of specialty insurance products and services. Our experienced brokers are specialized in property, casualty, professional lines, transportation and workers’ compensation, providing creative solutions to retail brokerage firms. We define ourselves through our superior execution on behalf of our clients, which has established us as a leader in the industry. Position Summary The Binding Authority Underwriter is responsible for developing and maintaining the book of business by assessing and analyzing insurance risks, determining coverage terms as per binding authority underwriting guidelines and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The role reviews and authorizes binding authority requests and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. They collaborate with brokers, negotiate terms, evaluate exposures, and establish premium rates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Binding Authority and Insurance Underwriting with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3 years of experience and a Master’s degree.
Prescribed: Minimum requirements for state P&C and/or surplus line licenses
Risk Evaluation
Guidance Adherence
Collaboration
Documentation
Marketing
Portfolio Management
Policy language
Data Analysis
Communication
Project Management
Group Presentations
Time Management
Event Marketing

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred; Business Administration, Risk Management preferred.
Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
Preferred: Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU)

Responsibilities

Assess and price renewals, new business, and endorsements according to guidelines outlined in the underwriting manual and within their authority level.
Select and/or verify class code and premium base and rating exposure.
Determine appropriate credits and/or debits to obtain a fair and sustained premium for risk.
Determine coverage forms and necessary endorsements.
Effectively communicate to broker quote conditions
Provide accurate documentation in the file and/or in electronic notes of underwriting thought process.
Ensure timely and accurate preparation for issuance of policies.
Order/review inspection reports to assess risk quality and to confirm exposure base accuracy.
Accurate and timely processing of endorsements.
Actively manage relationships with assigned brokers, customers, and members.
Ensure that information available from internal and external resources is properly integrated into underwriting decision making.
Ensure that referral guidelines are properly followed regarding all lines of business underwritten.
Conduct stewardship meetings and leads marketing activities.
Establish and monitor the production pipeline of new business.
Participate in industry conferences.
Drive a multi-disciplinary approach to understanding insureds’ risks.
Collaborate with other underwriters and team members to gain a comprehensive understanding of the exposure and best means to provide coverage.