
Production Underwriter
Key Risk (a Berkley Company), Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
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Company Details With over 35 years of proven expertise in the workers' compensation industry, Key Risk delivers innovative and responsive solutions that provide our clients the freedom to do what they do best. Offering guaranteed cost options to employers nationwide, Key Risk focuses on delivering products and services within specialized verticals to reduce workers' compensation exposures and deliver industry-leading results. All products and services are distributed through appointed insurance agents and brokers. Key Risk is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior), Financial Size Category XV by A.M. Best Company and A+ (Strong), by S&P. For further information about Key Risk please visit www.KeyRisk.com.
Responsibilities
Underwrite accounts over $25,000 within established underwriting authority
Manage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000
Develop and maintain relationships with 10-20 retail agencies or wholesalers
Responsible for a moderate number of agencies including President’s Club producers
Achieve/exceed planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and new business goals
Takes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetite
Complies with insurance filings and regulatory requirements
Research new market niches, serve as an industry lead, and participate in special projects
Establish a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurers
Perform agency evaluations and establish agency goals within required time frames and expectations
Participate effectively in new and renewal team sales activities and client meetings to obtain and retain profitable business
Qualifications
BA/BS Degree
CPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred
3+ years of workers compensation underwriting and/or sales experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans
Understands loss development and can objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financials
Self‑motivated and results oriented
Strong book management skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member
Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners
Superior customer service skills
Additional Company Details We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiting agencies or firms.
Salary is determined by role scope, complexity and location; skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not offered for this role.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
Industries: Financial Services and Insurance
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Company Details With over 35 years of proven expertise in the workers' compensation industry, Key Risk delivers innovative and responsive solutions that provide our clients the freedom to do what they do best. Offering guaranteed cost options to employers nationwide, Key Risk focuses on delivering products and services within specialized verticals to reduce workers' compensation exposures and deliver industry-leading results. All products and services are distributed through appointed insurance agents and brokers. Key Risk is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior), Financial Size Category XV by A.M. Best Company and A+ (Strong), by S&P. For further information about Key Risk please visit www.KeyRisk.com.
Responsibilities
Underwrite accounts over $25,000 within established underwriting authority
Manage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000
Develop and maintain relationships with 10-20 retail agencies or wholesalers
Responsible for a moderate number of agencies including President’s Club producers
Achieve/exceed planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and new business goals
Takes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetite
Complies with insurance filings and regulatory requirements
Research new market niches, serve as an industry lead, and participate in special projects
Establish a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurers
Perform agency evaluations and establish agency goals within required time frames and expectations
Participate effectively in new and renewal team sales activities and client meetings to obtain and retain profitable business
Qualifications
BA/BS Degree
CPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred
3+ years of workers compensation underwriting and/or sales experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans
Understands loss development and can objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financials
Self‑motivated and results oriented
Strong book management skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member
Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners
Superior customer service skills
Additional Company Details We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiting agencies or firms.
Salary is determined by role scope, complexity and location; skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not offered for this role.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Finance and Sales
Industries: Financial Services and Insurance
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