[Hiring] Underwriter II @Crum & Forster

Role Description

Responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within Seneca division under minimal supervision. Manages agency relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities. Actively contributes as a technical expert in both underwriting activities and department-specific industry knowledge. May mentor less experienced underwriters to build organizational value. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve departmental goals.

• Meet profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the department.
• Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintains proper file documentation.
• Assist in developing annual business goals for assigned agents/producers. Responsible for analyzing results and maintaining accountability of agency partners within the department.
• Develops awareness of market trends and identifies emerging threats to the department.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services, both admitted and non-admitted business.
• Can clearly articulate the department’s value proposition.
• Participates in training and initiatives. May participate in projects.
• Travel required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 4 plus years of property & casualty underwriting experience desired with a focus on commercial Inland Marine business preferred.
• Familiarity with Builders' Risk, Motor Cargo, Mid-term Builders' Risk, Contractors Equipment, Auto PD.
• Possesses strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage a significant renewal book.
• Proficient in MS Office suite.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Possesses underwriting and industry designations applicable to area of specialization.
• Established relationships with wholesale and retail community in mid-West highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, CRIS, AMIM, or CPCU preferred.
• Will abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with C&F's risk management controls.

Benefits

• At C&F you will BELONG.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Generous 401K employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family’s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing.
• A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
• A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.

Company Description

Crum & Forster (C&F) provides market leading property & casualty, accident & health, specialty and standard commercial lines insurance solutions. A true underwriting company, we have a 200-year history of helping our customers manage risk with laser-focused expertise, integrity and discipline. Our people are empowered to make decisions and problem-solve with you smartly and swiftly. Our annual gross written premium is 6.2 billion. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+" (Superior) by AM Best.

Our most valuable asset is our people. We have 3000 employees, and locations throughout the United States and India. With our employee-first focus, the Company is consistently recognized as a great place to work, earning multiple workplace and wellness awards, including the Great Place to Work® Award, Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, Fortune Best Workplaces for Parents, Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials, and many others.

C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings. For more information about C&F, please visit our website: www.cfins.com .