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Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company) · 1 day ago

Senior Small Business Commercial Underwriter

ID, Meridian

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Acadia Insurance, a part of Berkley Corporation, is a regional insurance company focused on providing specialized coverages through independent agency partners. The Senior Small Business Commercial Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting new and renewal small commercial business accounts, strengthening agency partnerships, and contributing to the underwriting culture.

Commercial InsuranceInsurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Evaluate, select, and price new and renewal Small Commercial risks across core lines including Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto, Umbrella, and Inland Marine

Assess risk quality through exposure analysis, hazard recognition, financial review, classification accuracy, and compliance with BNP underwriting guidelines

Make independent underwriting decisions within authority, including accepting, modifying, or declining submissions to ensure a profitable book

Apply sound judgment to complex or nuanced accounts; recommend quality exceptions where appropriate to achieve business objectives

Maintain accurate, thorough documentation to support underwriting decisions and meet audit and quality standards

Build and deepen relationships with appointed agents to grow profitable Small Commercial business

Communicate underwriting appetite, product updates, risk concerns, and decisions clearly and professionally

Conduct regular virtual and in-person agency visits within the assigned territory

Partner with Regional Business Development Managers to execute agency plans, identify growth opportunities, and address performance trends

Represent BNP as a consultative partner by offering guidance on risk characteristics, product structure, and underwriting strategies

Serve as a technical resource and mentor to less experienced underwriters on the Small Commercial team

Contribute to small commercial process improvements; identify opportunities to streamline workflow and enhance agency experience

Collaborate with Claims, Risk Control, and other underwriting teams to deliver cohesive customer service and improve account outcomes

Participate in underwriting meetings, training sessions, and occasional industry events

Support marketing initiatives and contribute to territory development strategies

Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary and customer information

Travel periodically within the assigned territory (including occasional overnights)

Qualification

Commercial lines underwritingSmall Commercial accountsP&C products knowledgeAnalytical skillsAgency relationship managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDecision making skillsMentoring skills