Talent.com
serp_jobs.error_messages.no_longer_accepting
Small Business Underwriter / Sr Small Business Underwriter (Hybrid)

Small Business Underwriter / Sr Small Business Underwriter (Hybrid)

Selective InsuranceHamilton, New Jersey, United States
job_description.job_card.1_day_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

About Us

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.

Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Overview

Underwrites and markets new small business accounts within the lowest levels of authority for assigned agencies and assists Agency Management Specialists with their efforts to fully capitalize on small account production opportunities. Partners effectively with field underwriting staff to seek out and develop these opportunities.

  • Provides responsive support and guidance to agents. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for new small business production in assigned territory. Gather, analyze and evaluate risk exposure through appropriate risk documentation. Adopt proactive actions and / or make proactive recommendations to improve risk profitability.
  • Work within specific letter of authority to quote, accept, decline and modify risks within territorial assignment in accordance with accepted underwriting guidelines. Refer all outside of authority to Small Business Territory Manager or Agency Management Specialist.
  • Apply knowledge and understanding of coverage forms, rating plans and underwriting guidelines in the selection and pricing of individual risks. Ensure adequate pricing of individual risks through proper classification, accuracy of information and adherence to company underwriting standards and philosophy.
  • Answer incoming calls from agents on coverage, billing questions, and making adjustments to policy information based upon prescribed authority for new small business submissions on Commercial Property and Casualty lines of business. Effectively communicate underwriting decisions and appetite to agents.
  • Work in unison with Agents, Regional Underwriters and AMS's and other departments within the Selective community to grow a profitable book of "small business" based on agency / territory / team assignments. Actively markets small business product to agents and travels within assigned territory, as necessary.
  • Reinforce the ease of doing business with Selective by meeting or exceeding agent expectations and service quality on a consistent basis. Communicate openly and in a timely fashion. Drive agent adoption of our technology through our training efforts in CLAS.
  • Monitor premium growth for each "small business" segment, within assigned territory, with the use of electronic reporting tools. Continually conduct profit and growth analysis by territory and agency as assigned.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with manager, peers and agents. Communicate openly and in a timely fashion to team members on individual progress and shares information.
  • Develops knowledge of industry information, products, competitors, and customer preferences.
  • Responsible for automobile travel within territory traveling to agent offices. Car travel represents approximately 10-20% of employee's time.
  • Qualifications

    Knowledge and Requirements

  • Demonstrate proficiency in usage of all supplied desktop tools, including the automated underwriting and email systems. Ability and desire to develop and execute pro-active marketing strategies. Ability to effectively communicate with agents while applying the appropriate sense of urgency. Must be able to build effective relationships with agents, regional underwriting, management and peers. Position requires ability to travel and a valid state issued driver's license in good standing.
  • Education and Experience

  • College degree preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year of underwriting and / or marketing experience preferred
  • Designations of AU or CIC or CPCU preferred.
  • Total Rewards

    Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off. Additional details about our total rewards package can be found by visiting our benefits page.

    The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.

    Pay Range

    USD $60,000.00 - USD $95,000.00 / Yr.

    Additional Information

    Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences - and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.

    For Massachusetts Applicants

    It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Sr Underwriter Small • Hamilton, New Jersey, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Small Business Underwriter / Sr Small Business Underwriter (Hybrid)

    Small Business Underwriter / Sr Small Business Underwriter (Hybrid)

    Selective InsuranceTrenton, NJ, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter II - New Business

    Underwriter II - New Business

    AmTrust FinancialPhiladelphia, PA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Job Locations US-PA-TBD Requisition ID 2025-18930 Category Underwriting Position Type Regular Full-Time ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    AVP, Underwriter-Primary Casualty Construction

    AVP, Underwriter-Primary Casualty Construction

    EverestWarren, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    AVP, Underwriter-Primary Casualty Construction.Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to func...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter

    Underwriter

    Peapack Private Bank & TrustBedminster, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Peapack Private Bank & Trust is a leader in wealth, lending and deposit solutions.At Peapack Private, our clients are cared for by a single point of contact and are served by empowered employees wh...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter, Small Business / Digital

    Underwriter, Small Business / Digital

    ChubbPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Focus on the core content of the job post, removing all extra metadata, navigation mentions, and redundant headers.Keep the formatting beautiful and high signal to noise ratio.serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sr. Underwriter, Construction Professional

    Sr. Underwriter, Construction Professional

    AXIS CapitalPrinceton, NJ, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    • serp_jobs.job_card.new
    Commercial Underwriter III (Corporate Banking)

    Commercial Underwriter III (Corporate Banking)

    PNCPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time +1
    At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve.We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers.We work together each day ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_hours
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter / AVP Underwriter - Primary Casualty Construction

    Senior Underwriter / AVP Underwriter - Primary Casualty Construction

    EverestWarren, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Underwriter / AVP Underwriter - Primary Casualty Construction.Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, a...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter - Professional Liability / Cyber Reinsurance

    Senior Underwriter - Professional Liability / Cyber Reinsurance

    AXIS CapitalShort Hills, NJ, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter, Financial Lines, Private Company

    Senior Underwriter, Financial Lines, Private Company

    EverestPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Underwriter, Financial Lines, Private Company.Company : Everest Insurance Company.Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter - US Healthcare Reinsurance

    Underwriter - US Healthcare Reinsurance

    Axis CapitalPrinceton, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter

    Senior Underwriter

    AmTrust FinancialPhiladelphia, PA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Job Locations US-PA-TBD Requisition ID JR1004450 Category Underwriting Position Type Regular Full-Time ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter

    Senior Underwriter

    EverestWarren, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter, Defense Base Act

    Senior Underwriter, Defense Base Act

    ChubbPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Focus on the core content of the job post, removing all extra metadata, navigation mentions, and redundant headers.Keep the formatting beautiful and high signal to noise ratio.serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Sr. Underwriter

    Sr. Underwriter

    W.R. BerkleyPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004, Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account execu...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter - Specialty Auto

    Underwriter - Specialty Auto

    Crum & ForsterMorristown, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Surplus and Specialty Transportation Specialty Auto - Fully Remote.Summary Responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within the ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Underwriter- New BusinessNewPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    Underwriter- New BusinessNewPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    ParetoHealthPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We're in this for the greater good at ParetoHealth.Our mission is collective greatness, nothing less will do.Our team is a single force united in the drive to transform employee health benefits.The...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Underwriter

    Senior Underwriter

    StarrcompaniesPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginabl...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Group Underwriter

    Senior Group Underwriter

    Prudential FinancialNewark, NJ, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Group Underwriter Voluntary Benefits.Group Insurance is an operating unit within the U.Businesses Division that primarily focuses on creating, distributing, and administering a complex rang...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day
    • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Associate Underwriter

    Associate Underwriter

    ChubbPhiladelphia, PA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    The Associate Underwriter is responsible for supporting the underwriting process for New and Renewal Customers for commercial liability insurance coverages. This position is also accountable for col...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_moreserp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day