Commercial Underwriting Technician

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Tower Hill Insurance Group has an exciting opportunity for a talented individual who enjoys intellectual challenges and is seeking a rewarding career with a company that is experiencing growth. As one of Florida’s most trusted names in homeowners insurance, Tower Hill offers great opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, along with very competitive benefits and rewards.

The Commercial Lines Underwriting Technician I is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with agents to yield profitable growth and retention for our book of business. This position is skilled at identifying and meeting customers’ needs with products and solutions that give us a competitive advantage that our partners have come to rely on. Additionally, this role offers support for our marketing staff and assists with agent consultations and events when appropriate.

• Review insurance applications and existing risks to evaluate, classify, and rate policies for insurance based on underwriting guidelines; refer business for authority as needed.
• Use strong oral and written communication skills to contact agents by phone for submission and quote review with the intent to encourage binds on quoted accounts, and by sending professional, clear and concise emails to agency contacts.
• Articulate underwriting policies and program strategies to agents, insureds, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of the territorial strategic direction and plan, including goals and objectives to achieve profit and growth.
• Process incoming mail requests and respond promptly and appropriately.
• Set priorities and manage workflow to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate processing of transactions and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Keep informed regarding industry information, new product information, legislation, coverages and technology to continuously improve knowledge and performance.

This job description reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be considered a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations of the position. Tower Hill reserves the right to assign duties not listed herein as necessary to accomplish the goals of the organization.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, or related field preferred.

Minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience preferred.

Property and casualty insurance industry designations preferred (e.g. Associate in Insurance [AINS], Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter [CPCU], Accredited Customer Service Representative [ACSR], etc.).

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Pet insurance
  
  Paid time off & Holiday pay

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family. For more information about our company, careers and Total Compensation, visit:

Tower Hill Insurance is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Tower Hill Insurance is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to  and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received. Candidates will not receive status updates regarding their application; however, those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by Human Resources.

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