Junior Underwriter

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a motivated Junior Underwriter to support the evaluation of new and renewal programs across designated lines of business. This role is responsible for developing and recommending terms that include coverage, policy forms, conditions, pricing, and participation structure. The ideal candidate will balance sound risk assessment with our profit and growth goals to help strengthen our position in the marketplace.

• Analyze prospective risks and propose benefits, policy forms, terms & conditions, rates and splits that will reasonably achieve targeted profit and are marketable. Recommend declination only when unable to devise a scenario that will reasonably achieve targeted profit and remain marketable
• Answer questions, provide direction and make decisions on issues that arise on a day-to-day basis related to assigned accounts, applying analytical and problem-solving skills, common sense, creativity, and the ability to persuade
• Present your position or point of view to prospects, clients, brokers, carriers, coworkers, or others in a fashion that is cogent and convincing, both orally and written
• Analyze active risks and propose renewal terms that will reasonably achieve targeted profit and are marketable. Recommend non-renewal only when unable to devise a scenario that will reasonably achieve targeted profit and remain marketable
• Provide your clients, carriers and coworkers with timely and accurate information on your prospects’ and clients’ programs
• Work with senior underwriters to ensure that all programs you underwrite are compliant with the carrier’s requirements and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or underwriting experience
• Strong math or financial skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with senior leadership, carriers, regulators, and external partners
• Occasional travel may be required
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, learn quickly, and drive accountability across vendors and teammates

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80 Intermediaries is part of Arrowhead Intermediaries, a global insurance distribution platform that offers deep specialization, scale, and innovation across wholesale brokerage, program administration, and specialty insurance. With more than 7,000 professionals worldwide and a collective portfolio exceeding $18 billion in premium placed in 2024, our combined organization delivers a diverse trading platform for insurance carriers as well as expanded access and niche solutions for brokers and customers navigating complex and hard-to-place risks.

The platform combines entrepreneurial culture with operational excellence to deliver tailored solutions and long-term value across the insurance ecosystem.

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