Underwriter Trainee - Small Business

Acadia Insurance Job Opportunity

Acadia Insurance is a regional property casualty insurer with offices throughout the Northeast. As a member of W.R. Berkley Corporation, one of the largest property casualty insurance holding companies in the United States, our financial strength and integrity are two of the main reasons why Independent Agents place business with us. Acadia is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, with an A+ claim paying ability rating by Standard & Poor's.

At Acadia, we value our employees, our customers and our communities. Employees at Acadia are part of a progressive company where everyone can make a difference. We promote an inclusive environment which encourages continuous learning and the chance to grow and develop.

Responsibilities

Key functions will include but are not limited to :

• Participate in a four six month formal training program to learn fundamentals of property & casualty insurance.
• Complete work and reading projects and pass required exams.
• Establish good working relationships with colleagues and management staff.
• Attain a basic working knowledge of state regulatory requirements for each line of business.
• Under direct supervision, perform the basic functions of underwriting.
• Participate in job-shadow arrangements in various departments.
• Participate in agency visitations with underwriters, claim representatives or loss control representatives to begin developing customer contacts.
• Occasional travel, including overnights, may be required.

Qualifications

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer .

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including : Base Salary Range : $55-60k Benefits include : Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Additional Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role