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divh2Commercial Lines Underwriter (ND)/h2pResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:/pulliBuilds and maintains strong agency relationships with excellent oral and written communication skills/liliWorks alongside Marketing Team to ensure proper training of agents on company guidelines and systems/liliLeads by example to promote positive relationships with the underwriting team, other departments, and external parties/liliReviews of new and renewal business in all commercial lines received from a specific group of agents to determine acceptability of risks according to Norfolk
Dedhams standards and objectives. Refers risks in excess of authority to Director for acceptance or rejection./liliMake sure that all required information is provided. Fills in data on incomplete applications or determines material needing research./liliChecks items such as adequacy of coverage, type and location of risk, age and condition of property. Calls for inspections, audit reports or further information from agents to verify conditions affecting degree of risk. Evaluates information./liliReviews binders, accepting or rejecting, or refers to supervisor and notifies agents of decision./liliReviews endorsements for acceptability, accuracy and appropriate premium adjustments. Resolves questionable endorsements with appropriate individuals./liliRefers unresolved data on protection codes and classes to Rater or to Data Entry Clerk./liliReviews Questionable Risk reports from Claims Department for their impact on renewals, details of coverage, etc. May act on Examiners recommendations within Company and regulatory guidelines, consulting with supervisor on questionable cases./liliMay institute legal notices for cancellation and subsequent reinstatement, if warranted, with notification to agents./liliReviews non-automated policies for renewal or cancellation exception./liliCorresponds by email and telephone with agents on a regular basis on commercial lines underwriting and rating matters. Obtains requested information and resolves problems within scope of authority. Periodically visits agency offices to meet agents and their staff to develop and maintain good working relationships./li/ulpRequirements/pulliStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)./liliExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy./liliEffective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written./liliAbility to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines./liliProactive, flexible, and able to adapt to evolving audit processes./liliCollaborative with a customer-service mindset./li/ulpDesired Qualifications and Skills/pulliBachelors degree preferably in Insurance, Business Administration, or a related field./lili2+ years of Property and Casualty Insurance experience preferably in the commercial lines field/liliFamiliarity with commercial underwriting and NDs commercial risk appetite./liliCPCU designation or a combination of other related designations such as AU/AINS/CRIS or must have a willingness to pursue said designations./liliGeneral knowledge of insurance laws, practices and regulations/liliDemonstrated ability to excel in the rapidly changing environment of insurance underwriting/liliExcellent time management and relationship building skills/li/ulpEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor./p/div
Dedhams standards and objectives. Refers risks in excess of authority to Director for acceptance or rejection./liliMake sure that all required information is provided. Fills in data on incomplete applications or determines material needing research./liliChecks items such as adequacy of coverage, type and location of risk, age and condition of property. Calls for inspections, audit reports or further information from agents to verify conditions affecting degree of risk. Evaluates information./liliReviews binders, accepting or rejecting, or refers to supervisor and notifies agents of decision./liliReviews endorsements for acceptability, accuracy and appropriate premium adjustments. Resolves questionable endorsements with appropriate individuals./liliRefers unresolved data on protection codes and classes to Rater or to Data Entry Clerk./liliReviews Questionable Risk reports from Claims Department for their impact on renewals, details of coverage, etc. May act on Examiners recommendations within Company and regulatory guidelines, consulting with supervisor on questionable cases./liliMay institute legal notices for cancellation and subsequent reinstatement, if warranted, with notification to agents./liliReviews non-automated policies for renewal or cancellation exception./liliCorresponds by email and telephone with agents on a regular basis on commercial lines underwriting and rating matters. Obtains requested information and resolves problems within scope of authority. Periodically visits agency offices to meet agents and their staff to develop and maintain good working relationships./li/ulpRequirements/pulliStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)./liliExcellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy./liliEffective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written./liliAbility to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines./liliProactive, flexible, and able to adapt to evolving audit processes./liliCollaborative with a customer-service mindset./li/ulpDesired Qualifications and Skills/pulliBachelors degree preferably in Insurance, Business Administration, or a related field./lili2+ years of Property and Casualty Insurance experience preferably in the commercial lines field/liliFamiliarity with commercial underwriting and NDs commercial risk appetite./liliCPCU designation or a combination of other related designations such as AU/AINS/CRIS or must have a willingness to pursue said designations./liliGeneral knowledge of insurance laws, practices and regulations/liliDemonstrated ability to excel in the rapidly changing environment of insurance underwriting/liliExcellent time management and relationship building skills/li/ulpEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor./p/div