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Production Underwriter

W. R. Berkley Corporation, 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 visitwww.KeyRisk.com

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities Key Risk is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced

Production Underwriter

with established relationships to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the achievement of the team’s profit plan through proper risk selection, agency management, and communication of Key Risk’s value proposition.

Key functions include but are not limited to the following:

Underwrite accounts over $25,000 within established underwriting authority

Manage a book of business totaling a minimum of $10,000,000

Develops and maintains relationships with 10-20 retail agencies or wholesalers

Responsible for a moderate number of agencies including President’s Club producers

Achieves/exceeds 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

Researches new market niches, serves as an industry lead, and participates in special projects

Establishes a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurers

Performs agency evaluations and establishes agency goals within required time frames and expectations

Participates 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. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

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