Commercial Insurance Underwriter (Remote)

Company: Distinguished Programs
Location: Garland
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

COMMERCIAL INSURANCE UNDERWRITER

We are Distinguished. A leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Hospitality & Restaurants. We are transforming from being a traditional Insurance MGA to a Technology focused company and we need your expertise and drive to get there. You will have an opportunity to work with an energetic and passionate team that is committed to building a best in class system, as well as a best place to work.

Our Core values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused in the best interest of our customer. INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business. INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will---collaborate---with leaders in the organization and build---RELATIONSHIPS---with your colleagues and customers.---Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your---determination---to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities.---Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.

Responsibilities

• Working within UW Guidelines, Authority and Procedure
• Evaluate submissions to ensure proper risk selection, premium and coverage
• Manage open submission pipeline
• Build new business pipeline through outbound interaction with clients
• Obtain and understand market intel and trends
• Manage renewal list to maximize policy retention
• Provide and create solutions for a broad range of customer inquiries
• Develop relationships with both external and internal customers, with the "customer experience" in mind
• Promote teamwork and organizational success, while accepting accountability and ownership, celebrating successes and learning from past mistakes
• Navigate our online broker portal to complete tasks and troubleshoot
• Deliver an exceptional customer experience with every interaction, in all modes of communication
• Identify opportunities to improve underwriting efficiencies
• Work independently within deadlines while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with stakeholders
  
  Preferred Skills & Qualifications
  
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum of two to five years of commercial insurance underwriting experience required
  • Insurance license and professional designations preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills including negotiation skills
  • Must be self-driven, detail oriented, and possess strong organizational skills including time-management and prioritization
  • Some travel may be required
    
    LOCATION
    
    • Remote
      
      In accordance with the terms and conditions of Distinguished Programs COVID-19 vaccination policy, all applicants hired into this position will be required to attest that they have been fully vaccinated and agree to submit their proof of vaccination upon hire. Exemptions may be considered on a case by case basis.
      
      Distinguished Programs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
      
      All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
      
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