Renewal Underwriter

Renewal Underwriter

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Bridge Specialty Group is seeking a Renewal Underwriter to join our growing team in Irvine, CA!

The Renewal Underwriter is responsible for analyzing, underwriting, and servicing primarily renewal accounts, with support for new business as directed. This role evaluates risk exposures, determines appropriate premiums and terms, and ensures compliance with carrier guidelines and state regulations. The Renewal Underwriter works closely with brokers, agents, and internal teams to market and negotiate placements, issue accurate policies and supporting documents, and deliver exceptional service to clients. In addition to managing renewals, the position provides guidance and training to team members, contributes to departmental sales and production efforts, and fosters strong relationships with producers, carriers, and industry partners to support profitable growth.

How You Will Contribute :

• Examine application forms, inspection reports, insurance maps, medical reports, and related documents to assess risk based on financial standing, age, occupation, accident history, and property value / condition.
• Review company records to confirm existing coverage on single risks or groups of related risks, while evaluating potential for catastrophic or excessive losses.
• Underwrite or broker renewal accounts, ensuring compliance with carrier guidelines, accuracy of applications, timely issuance of quotes, binders, and policies, and completion of state filings and tax payments.
• Assist Underwriters / Brokers with reviewing, analyzing, and underwriting renewal and new business accounts; determine premiums and terms, analyze exposures, and issue written indications, quotes, and binders.
• Utilize inspection companies to gather additional information, support rate development, and communicate company underwriting policies.
• Partner with Underwriters / Brokers to market services, meet with retail agency clients, and cultivate relationships that grow and retain business.
• Leverage binding authorities or broker risks when necessary to negotiate successful placements and support overall underwriting results.
• Ensure proper coding and completion of required forms and documentation.
• Service and maintain existing business with strong awareness of departmental priorities.
• Train and mentor processors and assistants by reviewing submissions, indications, quotes, binders, and policies for accuracy and completeness.

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About Us :

Bridge Specialty Group creates a seamless way to connect the varying needs of our retail partners with the market clout and talents of our wholesale entities. Our more than 25 niche-focused brands reflect our deep experience and specialization in construction, general casualty, environmental liability, professional liability, health care, public entity, workers' comp, property and personal lines.

With more than 50 locations and more than 2,000 team members throughout the United States and Europe, Bridge has access to more than 200 standard and excess & surplus lines carriers that support our $7+ billion premium book.

Our focus is on bringing the power of collective size and specialty to the wholesale brokerage marketplace. Bridge Specialty Group aligning risk with greater reach.

Pay Range $75,000 - $100,000 Annual

Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being

Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.

The Power To Be Yourself

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, "The Power to Be Yourself".