Senior Fleet Underwriter

IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for a Senior Underwriter within the Commercial Truck Team to support our fleet segment.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of risk assessment experience related to multi-line underwriting, including large trucks.

The title and the salary associated with any offer will reflect the selected candidate's experience and knowledge. We will consider candidates with significantly more or slightly less experience.

This role will work a hybrid schedule out of any IAT office. Our Scottsdale, AZ, Houston, TX, Naperville, IL, Raliegh, NC, and Alpharetta, GA are preferred locations.

The hybrid schedule reflects our values (thinking and acting like an owner, collaboration, and teamwork) as it requires working from the office with colleagues and other disciplines Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working remotely on Thursday and Friday.

Occasional travel is required.

Responsibilities :

• Evaluate, assess, price, and recommend handling of accounts beyond the agent's granted authority and, if necessary, present the account in collaboration to obtain the authority to approve that specific account.
• Manage, evaluate, analyze, and assess the book of new and renewal business, making recommendations as to pricing, acceptability, coverage considerations, cancellations, non-renewals, etc.

to maximize profitability. This involves interpreting, trending, and developing loss information from prior carriers, analyzing financial information, and preparing governmental and industry reports specifically for each account.

• Travel, as needed, to work with assigned agents to evaluate submission flow, evaluate account acceptability, and assure the overall profitability of each assigned agents and wholesalers.
• Calls, corresponds and meets with the assigned agency partners in a manner that maintains open communication for holistic agency management.
• Provides outstanding customer service.
• Builds effective working relationships with assigned agency personnel as well as internal company staff.
• Drives acceptable levels of new business opportunities through effective marketing to assigned agents.
• Effectively communicates with assigned agents the appropriate level of information to ensure understanding of company direction.
• Perform other tasks as needed.

Qualifications : Must Have :

Must Have :

• Bachelors' degree and at least five years of experience in commercial Insurance.
• Equivalent is defined as nine years of relevant experience.
• Experience in managing agents in a given territory.
• Knowledge of the transportation / Class A trucking insurance Industry.
• Must possess the ability to creatively utilize coverage features, deductibles, or reinsurance on individual risks to achieve company objectives.
• Requires strong math aptitude, excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills.
• Must possess knowledge of various computer programs, internet-based programs, PC literate and working with spreadsheets.
• To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.

Preferred to Have :

• CPCU, ARM, or AU industry designations.
• INS21, 22, and 23 or equivalent.

Our Culture IAT is the largest private, family- owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. Insurance Answers Together is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit.

We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.

It's about far more than being a workplace.

At IAT, our fundamental belief is to a create a culture where all employees are heard and have a sense of belonging. Inclusion and Diversity are not just initiatives, it's how we live.

We're committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture. By embracing the uniqueness of our employees, investing in their development, listening to, and engaging their ideas, we are stronger as an organization.

Our employees propel IAT forward - driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That's why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We offer comprehensive benefits like :

• 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays 38 Paid Days Off
• Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
• 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Discretionary Retirement Contribution
• College Loan Assistance Support Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Dress for Your Day Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

IAT Recruiter : Steve Morley Senior Recruiter

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