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Fleet Underwriter

Canal Insurance Company, Greenville, SC, United States


About Canal Insurance Canal Insurance Company specializes in insurance for commercial trucking and specialty transportation operations. Canal was founded in 1939 and is located in Greenville, South Carolina. At Canal, we recognize that our success would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees. We know that happiness and productivity go hand in hand, and to that end, we consciously cultivate a culture that enables us to recruit and retain the very best talent in the business.

Job Details About Canal Insurance: Canal Insurance Company specializes in insurance for commercial trucking and specialty transportation operations. Canal was founded in 1939 and is located in Greenville, South Carolina. At Canal, we recognize that our success would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees. We know that happiness and productivity go hand in hand, and to that end, we consciously cultivate a culture that enables us to recruit and retain the very best talent in the business.

A Culture With YOU in Mind

Located in beautiful downtown Greenville, SC

Career growth & advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee referral program

Casual dress code

Innovation-focused & customer-centric

80+ years of industry expertise

Committed to giving back to our community

Unquestioned integrity and commitment

Benefits At Canal

Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance Plans

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Short Term & Long Term Disability

401(k) plan with company match up to 6%

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Programs

Generous PTO Plan

Fleet Underwriter Job Summary:

The Underwriter position is responsible for evaluating, selecting, and pricing Fleet (11+) commercial automobile risks. This position is responsible for monitoring and maintaining a book of business with assigned general agent partners while meeting profitability and revenue goals.

Major Accountabilities

Select new & renewal risks by validating submission information, utilizing multiple analytics tools, reviewing coverage, and negotiating pricing and terms.

Ensure pricing targets, profitability goals, and growth expectations are met.

Actively monitor portfolio by taking KPI’s and assessing information as it emerges throughout the policy term.

Maintain policies by evaluating endorsements that add, delete, or modify coverage. Communicate effectively with the support staff who process these endorsements.

Maintain agent relationships through superior customer service, effective communication, and agency visits promoting profitable growth.

Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related field or commensurate experience required.

Education/Training Requirements Experience/Specialized Skills: Minimum of three years experience in underwriting required with exposure to commercial auto preferred. Basic understanding of exposure identification, evaluation, quantification, and classification required. Basic understanding of application of proper rates and ability to analyze rate adequacy required. Intermediate computer skills (Word processing, spreadsheets, databases, Internet, e-mail) required.

Special Considerations Physical Requirements:

Constant use of vision, hearing, and communication (oral and written in person and via telephone). Frequent concentration, standing, walking, handling, reaching, and grasping is required. There will be occasional bending, kneeling and lifting (up to 25 lbs.). Heavy use of computer and office equipment required.

Travel/Hours of Service:

Occasional travel required. Periodic work outside of standard business hours or on weekends may be required.

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