Underwriter III

At EMC, you'll put your skills to good use as an important member of our team. You can count on gaining valuable experience while contributing to the company's success.

EMC strives to hire and retain the best people by engaging, developing and rewarding employees.

The candidate must live in our 3 state footprint of OH, IN, or KY

Summary :

Selects, grows, and maintains a profitable book of business for assigned territory. Evaluates and analyzes complex accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes.

Offers appropriate coverage for products and explains decisions to accept or reject a risk to agents. Develops and fosters agency relationships.

Educates agents on EMC products, underwriting appetite, systems, and services. Coordinates with marketing and branch management in the agency planning and review processes.

Essential Functions :

• Selects, grows and maintains a profitable book of business for assigned territory
• Evaluates and analyzes complex accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes
• Develops and fosters agency relationships
• Collaborates with marketing representatives to ensure agents receive excellent customer experiences
• Offers appropriate coverage for exposures and explains decisions to agents
• Coordinates with marketing and branch management in the agency planning and review processes

Education & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience
• Three years of experience in commercial lines underwriting
• Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Strong knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
• Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently
• Ability to maintain high standards of professional competence
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
• Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate products, procedures, business planning and system information necessary to positively influence production within assigned territory
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak in front of others
• Strong presentation skills preferred
• Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if traveling
9 days ago