About Specialty Program Group: Specialty Program Group (SPG) is the wholesale & MGA division of HUB International (5th Largest Global Broker). SPG acts in a holding company capacity acquiring best in class underwriting businesses to operate independently under distinct brands (portfolio companies).
Position Summary :
The successful candidate will develop, manage, and grow a profitable book of workers compensation insurance policies through independent agents and specialty producers. The candidate is responsible to generate new sales; successfully renew existing policies; and create new territories, products and distribution relationships. The Underwriter solicits new agents; reviews, analyzes, determines best fit, and approves or rejects both simple and complex workers compensation insurance applications. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), along with time management, strong mathematical aptitude, analytical skills, and sales tenacity are requisite for success.
Responsibilities and Tasks: Develop and manage a book of renewal business and agency relationships. Generation of new sales volumes through existing customers. Responsible for the retention of existing clients and maintenance of excellent service standards. Review accounts for proper classification and underwriting guidelines Analyze and document accounts to determine exposure, fit and pricing. Listen carefully and comprehensively to customers; interpret comments or questions and respond effectively and appropriately. Conduct internal self-audits. Gather information and report on competitors. Represent the company professionally at events/shows. Provide ongoing management of the business for underwriting quality and service. Explain products and services of the company, our insurance carriers, and service providers. Communicate frequently with production partners. Work with all internal departments and our partners to resolve problems and maintain carrier relations. Train and mentor Underwriting Assistants. Prepare, quote and sell new and renewal offers to our agents/producers. Receive and service policy change requests from our agents. Emphasize benefits of the Company to producers and co-workers. Participate as necessary on special committees and projects. Create and maintain periodic management reports. Experience and Skill Requirements: An undergraduate degree preferred, or equivalent experience and background including familiarity with rating organizations and insurance regulation. 10+ years insurance experience with at least 5 years of workers compensation background. Working knowledge of Manual Rules and Classification procedures Strong communication and organizational skills. Excellent sales and Communication demeanor. Be a self-starter, creative, and team oriented. Demonstrated command of the English Language. Ability to organize work; perform with time constraints, and be self-directed. Strong mathematical aptitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point Ability to adapt to significant change (procedures, processes, and techniques). #LI-ES1
Department Underwriting
Required Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience
Required Travel: Negligible
Required Education: Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)
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