Underwriter; Workers

Underwriter (Workers’ Compensation) - Full Time
Location:
Spring Valley, NY, 10977

What you will be doing:

• Underwriting and servicing of both new business submissions and renewals with the emphasis on profitability.
• Assisting and training of Underwriting Assistants.
• Reviewing Due Diligence reports, Loss control surveys, loss runs, timeliness of premium payments and taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Collaborating with specialists such as premium auditors, claims adjusters and loss control engineers for risk assessment.
• Managing and delegating on a regular basis the activities of underwriting assistants.
• Presenting accounts to management for underwriting approval accompanied by the appropriate underwriting data and recommendations.
• Staying current with rules and regulations, market conditions and corporate underwriting disciplines utilizing NCCI and State Insurance Department websites.
• Assisting the marketing department with presentations, proposals and visits with Brokers and Policyholders.

Experience you will need:

• Minimum of 5 years of commercial insurance experience with at least 2 years of Workers’ Compensation underwriting individual accounts.
• Knowledge of large account rating programs (i.e., Large Deductibles, Retrospective Rating, etc.).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Internet software and Microsoft Products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet software.

Top Reasons to Work with our client:

• Great work-life balance!
• Market leader in commercial insurance and risk management!
• Offer a wide range of career paths and opportunities for growth!
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits!