Selective Insurance · 23 hours ago
Underwriting Specialist - Hybrid
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$84K/yr - $115K/yr
7+ years expSelective Insurance is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance. The Underwriting Specialist will underwrite renewal business, develop strategies to maximize results, and mentor less experienced peers while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Underwrite and process assigned renewal policies with a high degree of independence. Gather, analyze and evaluate risk exposure through appropriate risk documentation. Adopt proactive actions and/or make proactive recommendations to improve risk profitability. Apply knowledge and understanding of coverage forms, rating plans and guidelines in the selection and pricing of individual risks. Ensure adequate pricing of individual risks through proper classification, accuracy of information and adherence to company underwriting standards and philosophy
Respond to agents' inquiries on coverage and adjust policy information based upon prescribed authority. Aggregates common agency questions/responses as a reference for the region
Work within a higher authority level to quote, accept, decline, modify and renew risks within territorial assignment in accordance with accepted underwriting guidelines. Work in collaboration with Agents, AMS, team members and other departments to grow and maintain a profitable book of business
Provide guidance to internal and external customers regarding various underwriting information. Independently and effectively communicate underwriting decisions and appetite at the individual account and portfolio level to internal and external customers. Reinforce the ease of doing business with Selective by meeting or exceeding customers’ expectations and service quality on a consistent basis
Develop and maintain highly effective working relationships with internal and external customers, peers, and management. Conduct routine agency visits. Communicate openly and in a timely fashion. Work diligently to achieve individual and team goals. Act as an advocate for and early adopter of departmental initiatives
Conduct continuous profit and growth analysis by territory and agency as assigned. Monitor premium retention with the use of electronic reporting tools. Increase renewal premium by cross-selling additional coverage, products, or value-added services
Actively train and develop less experienced underwriters. Provide CLAS coverage and system training to both internal & external customers. Provide line of business or segment specific expertise to the department
Participate in or lead projects and initiatives. Actively support continuous improvement by routinely suggesting best practices and process improvements
Develop and maintain up to date knowledge of industry trends, company products/services and competitive activity within assigned territory
Must have a valid license and be able to drive an automobile to support company travel within territory. Car travel represents less than 5% of employee’s time
Qualification
Required
Highly proficient written and verbal communication skills
Possesses extensive underwriting technical skills and broad knowledge of company products and underwriting guidelines
Highly effective influencing and negotiation skills
Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions based on diverse perspectives and effective use of data in a timely manner, even when faced with imperfect information
Effectively manages and executes on the appropriate balance between strategic thinking and attention to detail
Ability to effectively coach and mentor
Highly effective ability to develop relationships with internal and external customers/peers
Fosters teamwork, collaboration, and a positive work environment
Acts as an early adopter and champion of new initiatives that align with organizational strategies
Highly proficient in use of all supplied desktop tools, including the automated underwriting and email systems
Must have valid state-issued driver's license in good standing
Minimum of 7 years of commercial underwriting experience required
Preferred
College degree preferred
Completion of INS; AU; or completion or pursuit of CIC; or CPCU strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health care plans
Retirement savings plan with company match
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
20 days of paid time off
Company
Selective Insurance
At Selective, we maintain a commitment to provide unique insurance solutions that help keep the families and businesses of our communities protected.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
John Marchioni
President and CEO
Patrick S. Brennan
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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