Field Production Underwriter - Ohio

Ready to take the next step in your career? Maybe you're looking for advancement opportunities, a better work-life balance, or just something new and exciting. At Pekin Insurance, we strive to go Beyond the expected® in everything we do. The Field Production Underwriter develops relationships and works closely with selected insurance agencies focused on commercial insurance. This position works with agencies that can consistently generate new annual premiums accounts over $25,000. The Field Production Underwriter is responsible for underwriting, classing, rating, and binding risks in the field. This position must follow corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines to provide profitable commercial growth for the company. What You'll do: Maintains and develops professional working relationship with agents, loss control, rating and sales teams, and other corporate departments as needed Produces desired commercial lines growth with profitable results Qualifies, rates, and binds commercial risks for agencies Makes consistent underwriting decisions that match commercial appetite and identified pricing guidelines Works closely with Loss Control and Commercial Lines Departments to recommend risk improvements. Monitors agency results for growth and profitability Acts as a liaison between agents and the company Researches and advises company of changes within the industry regarding new products, process improvements, and carrier philosophies Travels to agencies within the state to assist in writing commercial risks Performs other duties as assigned Education & Experience Required: Bachelor's degree in Business or related field 5+ years of experience in underwriting, field underwriting Preferred: 3+ years' experience in underwriting or agency management, preferred Certifications & Licenses Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Demonstrated skill in: listening and communicating with the ability to speak in public using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Demonstrated ability to: analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines maintain effective interpersonal relationships establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan work evenings, nights, and/or weekends as necessary take initiative and work independently or with teams maintain a positive image and build strong relationships Demonstrated knowledge of: Microsoft Office software

Created: 2024-11-12