Production Underwriting Specialist-Alternative Markets Division

Production Underwriting Specialist-Alternative Markets Division page is loaded## Production Underwriting Specialist-Alternative Markets Division remote type:
Hybrid locations:
Cincinnati, OH (USA) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R8153
** Be Here. Be Great.
** Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
** Alternative Markets specialized in mono-line and/or multi-line primary programs on either a traditional guaranteed cost (Specialty Programs) or risk-sharing basis (Agency, Association or Group Captives). Alternative Markets focuses on niche programs.
**** Our Alternative Markets Division is looking for a Production Underwriting Specialist to work a hybrid schedule out of our Cincinnati, OH or Windsor, CT office.
**** Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
*** Leads the evaluation and underwriting of new and renewal business, ensuring alignment with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
* Analyzes complex risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
* Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and provide guidance.
* Procures and analyzes supplementary reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to support underwriting decisions.
* Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
* Evaluates complex policy renewals and modifications, identifying opportunities for policy enhancements and risk mitigation.
* Communicates underwriting strategies and decisions effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
* Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
* Maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.
* Interprets, explains, and promotes products and services to drive market growth.
* Leads the development and execution of comprehensive marketing strategies to effectively promote the company’s products to brokers and agents.
* Analyzes market trends and competitive landscape to identify strategic opportunities for product enhancements and innovative marketing approaches.
* Leads marketing initiatives, including presentations, industry events, and broker/agent meetings, to showcase the company’s products and services.
* Monitors and evaluates underwriting and marketing practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes.
* May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Job Requirements**
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* Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.**
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* Experience:

Generally, a minimum of 9 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation.**
* ** Scope of Job/

Qualifications:

Performs work under limited supervision and technical direction. Works with significant latitude and…