Commercial Underwriter

A fast-growing insurance provider is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join its underwriting team. This company offers a simplified, all-in-one insurance solution tailored for small businesses across various industries-from hospitality and trades to professional services. The role supports a dynamic sales team and contributes to the evaluation and management of risk across multiple lines of coverage.

This is a hybrid position requiring two days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct underwriting reviews including referrals, post-bind assessments, endorsements, policy rewrites, and cancellations.
• Analyze risk exposure to ensure underwriting quality and profitability in alignment with company guidelines.
• Support a customer-first culture that emphasizes responsiveness, clarity, and ease of service.
• Assist with customer service tasks such as resolving billing discrepancies, responding to inquiries, and supporting multi-channel quote and purchase workflows.
• Adapt to evolving business needs, including changes in technology, underwriting criteria, compliance standards, and operational strategies.
• Handle premium audit communications and documentation with clients.

Qualifications

Skills & Experience:

• Solid experience in commercial property or casualty underwriting is required.
• Familiarity with small business insurance lines including General Liability, Property, Workers Compensation, and Commercial Auto is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Education:

• Associate or bachelor's degree required.