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Distinguished ProgramsNew Business Commercial Underwriter - City Insurance
Distinguished Programs is a national program manager that runs insurance programs designed for brokers and agents operating in 14 specialty lines. It works with highly rated…
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Distinguished Programs is a national program manager that runs insurance programs designed for brokers and agents operating in 14 specialty lines. It works with highly rated carriers to serve a network of about 4,000 agencies and brokerages. This remote New Business Commercial Underwriter role supports the City Insurance program, spanning policies for multi-family homes, landlords, apartments and condominiums for compact city properties and blended-use buildings. The underwriter opens new business…
Job Description
Distinguished Programs is a national program manager that runs insurance programs designed for brokers and agents operating in 14 specialty lines. It works with highly rated carriers to serve a network of about 4,000 agencies and brokerages. This remote New Business Commercial Underwriter role supports the City Insurance program, spanning policies for multi-family homes, landlords, apartments and condominiums for compact city properties and blended-use buildings.
The underwriter opens new business through outbound contact with carriers and brokers, selects and prices risks within program rules, and presents proposals to brokers. Work includes analyzing habitational exposures, loss frequency and severity; keeping files accurate and well documented; confirming eligibility; and handling changes requested by brokers. The role also includes negotiating with brokers and carriers, working with internal sales staff on submissions, using the online broker portal, and finding ways to make underwriting faster. Occasional travel may be needed for team and broker meetings.
Applicants need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent mix of education and experience, plus at least three years of commercial property underwriting. A property and casualty license is required, and candidates have up to six months to prepare for the exam. Familiarity with habitational policies is preferred, as is experience in commercial real estate insurance. Base pay is $65,000 to $85,000 plus bonus, based on knowledge, skills, experience and location. The company will consider candidates at levels I, II and III.
Responsibilities
- Bring in new business through outbound outreach to carriers and brokers
- Select, qualify and price habitational risks within program guidelines
- Present proposals to brokers and negotiate terms with brokers and carriers
- Assess risk exposure, loss frequency and severity relative to the coverage requested
- Keep underwriting files thoroughly documented and confirm eligibility
- Respond to broker questions, service requests and change requests
- Partner with the in-house sellers on incoming submissions
- Use the online broker portal and recommend efficiency improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent mix of education and experience
- At least three years in commercial property underwriting
- Property and casualty insurance license (up to six months to prepare)
- Strong verbal and written communication, including negotiation
- Self-driven, detail-focused and organized, with good time management and prioritization
- Ability to meet deadlines while coordinating with others
Qualifications
- Solid grasp of habitational property and casualty policies (preferred)
- Know-how in commercial property insurance for real estate (preferred)
- Professional designations (a plus)
- Enthusiasm for continual learning
Core Skills
Benefits
- Summer Fridays with a 2:00 PM finish, Memorial Day to Labor Day
- Medical, vision and dental coverage
- 401(k) with a 4 percent company match, vested immediately
- Life, disability and supplemental insurance
- Growth and development opportunities
- Wellness support, such as an employee assistance program
- PTO, paid holidays, dependent daycare FSA, paid parental leave and a commuter account
- Sabbatical every seven years
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Is this role remote?
Yes, the position is remote.
What is the salary?
The base salary is $65,000 to $85,000 plus bonus, based on knowledge, skills, experience and location.
Is a license required?
A property and casualty insurance license is required, with up to six months allowed for preparation.
What levels are considered?
The posting says it will consider candidates for levels I, II and III.
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