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Newark - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for a Production Underwriter with Primary Casualty experience working with wholesalers. This role will join a team focused on Surplus Lines Risks for Primary and General Liability accounts. The average premium is $50K depending on each underwriters ability to exercise independent judgment in methods techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results while maintaining a constant positive image in the peer marketplace (agency management).

Ideally this role works a hybrid schedule from any IAT office we work from the office Monday through Wednesday with the option of working remotely on Thursday and Friday. Occasional travel is required. We prefer the role to work from our offices in Newark NJ; Jersey City NJ; and Norristown PA.

Responsibilities:
  • Underwriting:
    • Underwrite and produce profitable business within the authority granted and consistent with company goals.
    • Maintain agency relationships develop new relationships recognize without bias any need to cease a relationship and contribute where possible to the amicable accomplishment as necessary.
  • CommunicationCustomer Service Goals
    • Effectively express information and ideas clearly through spoken written and electronic means.
    • Actively engages with distribution to market our capabilities benefits and features and identify new opportunities.
    • Understands market/industry issues trends and competitors.
  • Perform other tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
MustHave:
  • Bachelors degree and 5 years of underwriting experience with an emphasis on Primary Casualty and Property lines or equivalent experience is required.
  • Equivalent experience is defined as nine years of relevant experience
  • Candidates with 8 years of experience will be considered for a larger role and a different title.
  • Must have a comprehensive command of all facets of the casualty & property business lines to facilitate the profitable risk evaluation selection terms coverage pricing and production
  • Must have the ability to react and respond quickly and professionally
  • Must provide creative analytical and innovative thinking to inure to productive problem solving;
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have the ability to exercise high degree of judgment
  • To qualify all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require now or in the future VISA sponsorship for employment purposes.
Preferred to Have:
  • 3 years of Primary Casualty middle market experience
  • Completed coursework for designations in CPCU CIC AU ARM CPIW CWIS or ASLI

Our Culture
IAT is the largest private family owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S.InsuranceAnswersTogetheris how we define IAT in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers. Its about far more than being a workplace.

At IAT our fundamental belief is to a create a culture where all employees are heard and have a sense of belonging. Inclusion and Diversity are not just initiatives its how we live. Were committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture. By embracing the uniqueness of our employees investing in their development listening to and engaging their ideas we are stronger as an employees propel IAT forward driving innovation stable partnerships and growth. Thats why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We offer comprehensive benefits like:
  • 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) 12 Company Holidays 38 Paid Days Off
  • Healthcare and Wellness Programs
  • Opportunity to earn performancebased bonuses
  • 7% 401(k) Company Match and additionalDiscretionary Retirement Contribution
  • College Loan Assistance Support Plan
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Mentorship Program
  • Dress for Your Day Policy
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drugfree workplace and participate in EVerify.


IAT Recruiter:
Steve Morley Senior Recruiter

Experience:

Director

Employment Type

Full-Time

Company Industry

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