Underwriter II to Senior Underwriter, Commercial Underwriting

Underwriter II to Senior Underwriter – Commercial Underwriting

First Insurance Company of Hawaii is inviting applicants for the Underwriter II to Senior Underwriter, Commercial Underwriting role.

* This position is located on the island of Oahu and candidates must work in the state of Hawaii upon hire*

Join our purpose-driven team and make a difference in people’s lives. We offer flexible work options and professional development opportunities in Hawaii and beyond to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Be a part of a local team that is dedicated to helping others in their time of need and make a meaningful impact every day. At First Insurance Company of Hawaii, we meet challenges and opportunities creatively and collaboratively.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive company culture and core values:
Respect, Integrity, Creating the Future for our Company and Community, and Excellence in Customer Service.

• Underwrite in an efficient and productive manner to maximize underwriting profitability and market share.
• Assigned book of commercial business.
• Servicing of assigned General Agencies.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to others developing their underwriting skills (Senior Underwriter).

• 4 year college degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook) and internet applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Excellent organization skills and able to prioritize task assignments.
• Experience working with Hawaii Based Agencies.

• Underwriter II – Minimum 1 year of multi-line Commercial Underwriting experience; basic understanding in at least 3 major lines of FICOH business or ability to underwrite any 2 major lines of FICOH business (WC, Property, GL, Commercial Auto).
• Underwriter III – Minimum 2 years multi-line commercial underwriting experience; basic understanding of all major lines of FICOH business and ability to underwrite any 2 major lines of FICOH business (WC, Property, GL, Commercial Auto).
• Underwriter IV – Minimum 3 years multi-line commercial underwriting experience; ability to identify applicable risks and exposures to independently make underwriting decisions and to effectively respond to specific coverage questions in all major lines of FICOH business (WC, Property, GL, Commercial Auto).
• Underwriter V – Minimum 5 years multi-line commercial underwriting experience; ability to identify applicable risks and exposures to independently make underwriting decisions and to effectively respond to specific coverage questions in all major lines of FICOH business (WC, Property, GL, Commercial Auto). Ability to handle most complex underwriting, including finding solutions for 1 major line of business or other lines of business/programs.
• Senior Underwriter – Minimum 7 years multi-line commercial underwriting experience with the ability to underwrite large and/or complex risks; understanding of reinsurance; ability to identify applicable risks and exposures to independently make underwriting decisions and to effectively respond to specific coverage questions in all major lines of FICOH business (WC, Property, GL, Commercial Auto). Ability to handle most complex underwriting, including finding solutions for 2 major lines of business or other lines of business/programs.

• Experience with FICOH systems.
• Relationship with Hawaii Insurance Agencies.

Salary range: $53,650 to $112,810 annually (based on job-related knowledge, skills and experience). Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base. Includes 401(k) savings plan with company match, profit‑sharing, wide‑ranging health benefits, generous family wellbeing leave, attractive time‑off benefits (vacation/floating holiday/sick/observed holidays), tuition assistance, discounted insurance rate, life and disability insurance options, and more!

Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.