Workers' Compensation Underwriter - EMPLOYERS : Job Details

Workers' Compensation Underwriter | 100% Remote (WFH)

General Summary

Responsible for underwriting new and renewal Workers' Compensation accounts for agents and producers assigned within their territory in compliance with company underwriting, pricing and letters of authority.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Underwrite and retain new and renewal business through solid risk analysis, pricing with adherence to state filings, corporate guidelines, and delegated authority.Compile and document underwriting decisions and make referrals to management when appropriate including rational and recommendations.Maintain strong product line and industry expertise and while gathering/sharing competitive information along with changes/trends in the local and national markets.Collaborate with Sales Team to develop and maintain strong agency relationships with shared accountability in meeting territory goals. Keep leadership, peers and sales team informed of all issues and meaningful activities.Work with minimal supervision and meet commitments/deadlines. Act with a customer-first mindset and a sense of urgency.Collaborate and contribute in tactical and strategic business planning with Sales and distribution partners.Provide thorough and pertinent information and guidance to Underwriting Services staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines and standards/SLA's.Provide professional, timely and courteous communication and service to internal and external customers to resolve issues.Focus on exceptional customer service, collaboration with Sales team, the development of strong agency relationships.Payroll Partners – Premium Size (All)

Agent Relationships: Demonstrates a high level of responsiveness and focus on supporting Agents objectives. Establishes, develops, and maintains successful relationships with Agents to facilitate marketing of integrated payroll products and services, through responsive service, site visits, enhanced knowledge of their customers businesses. Develops strong personal brand to build and maintain a long-term quality pipeline with Agents.Portfolio Management: Manages a sizable book of business by analyzing the portfolio, identifying areas of opportunity for improved growth, profit and diversification, and executing marketing plans to increase market share by stewardship visitation and collaboration with sales at the various offices.Job Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience underwriting property and casualty insurance.Commercial lines underwriting experience required.Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, pro-rata portion, frequency, loss ratio, net rate, and percentages.Ability to apply problem solving skills involving variable and standard situations.Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, telephone, and virtual meetingsExcellent organizational and time management skills.Excellent negotiation skills.Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Product Suite.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experienceWork Environment:

Remote: This role is a remote (work from home (WFH) opportunity, and only open to candidates currently located in the United States and able to work without sponsorship.It requires a suitable space that provides a private and quiet workplace.Expected Work Hours: Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.Travel: May be required to travel to off-site location(s) to attend meetings, as necessary Salary Range: $50,000- 75,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, please follow the link to our benefits page for details!

About EMPLOYERS

As a dynamic, fast-growing provider of workers' compensation insurance and services, we are seeking a goal-oriented individual willing to put their ideas to work!

We offer a positive, challenging work environment, combined with an opportunity to build your career as you help us grow our business, in innovative and imaginative ways that are uniquely EMPLOYERS!

Headquartered in Nevada, EMPLOYERS attributes its long-standing success to its most valuable resource, our employees across the United States. EMPLOYERS is known for the quality service and expertise we provide to our clients, and the exemplary work environment we provide for our employees.

We live and breathe our core values: Integrity, Customer Focus, Collaboration, Initiative, Accountability, Innovation, and Personal Fulfillment. These are the pillars that support how we do business with our clients as well as how we treat each other!

At EMPLOYERS, you'll discover an energetic environment that inspires top achievement. As “America's small business insurance specialist”, we have the resources, a solid reputation and an expanding nationwide identity to enrich your work/life and enhance your career. #LI-Remote