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James River Insurance Company

Underwriter (General Casualty)

James River Insurance Company, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Inc., operating on an approved non‑admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs. James River Insurance is committed to a stable and rewarding work environment supported by its Core Values: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. The company has been recognized for five consecutive years as one of the Top Workplaces in the U.S.

Job Summary The General Casualty Underwriter will review and analyze underwriting data to determine if risks meet corporate underwriting standards, calculate appropriate premium, and determine proper terms for acceptable risks. The role includes responding to brokers when risks do not meet underwriting guidelines and developing and maintaining profitable business relationships with brokers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Continuously exemplify Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication, Teamwork, Innovation, and Customer Service

Analyze new business opportunities and develop renewal strategies

Attain quote, premium, and division goals as assigned

Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers

Use critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to negotiate with brokers on placements

Travel to meet with brokers within assigned territory at least three times per year

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Effectively and properly select, evaluate, model, determine coverage, rate, document, quote, and bind accounts

Assess risk accurately

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Work independently or in a team environment to complete assignments within prescribed processes and standard underwriting practices

Solid knowledge of underwriting philosophy and techniques

Proven problem‑solving and decision‑making skills

Strong negotiation skills

Multi‑tasking ability

High level of initiative and motivation

Strong work ethic with a drive to succeed

Solid customer service and relationship‑building skills

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet research

Experience and Education Associate Underwriter

Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience

Industry‑associated classes or courses preferred

Underwriter

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Minimum of 2 years of related underwriting experience, preferably in Excess and Surplus lines

Preferably pursuing coursework toward professional designations or continuing education

Senior Underwriter

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience, preferably in Excess and Surplus lines

Professional designation preferred

Please note that this position is not eligible for H‑1B visa sponsorship. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future H‑1B sponsorship.

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