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Underwriter, Syracuse

Jimcor Agency Inc.

Syracuse, NYHybridJob$65–85K/yrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$65–85K/yr
Location
Syracuse, NYHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Producer’s License

Job overview

Jimcor Agency Inc. is hiring an Underwriter, Syracuse. This position involves reviewing and appraising insurance applications, utilizing independent judgment to determine risk eligibility against program guidelines. The underwriter will interact with companies and brokers via various communication channels, prepare quotations for agents, and assist with application inquiries. They will also review policies for renewal and cancellation requests, and conduct marketing visits to agents.

Key focus areas include Review applications for insurance coverage and reports from loss control consultants, Evaluate the experience of a risk against the class of business under review, and Evaluate the loss potential due to catastrophe, severity, and/or frequency.

Successful candidates bring Producer’s License, 3+ Years Insurance Experience, and Prior Insurance Underwriting Exposure. Important skills include Basic Familiarity With Computers, Oral Communication, Communication, Analytical Skills, Attention To Details, and Resourceful.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Familiarity With ComputersOral CommunicationCommunicationAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailsResourcefulControlled Assertive BehaviorNegotiation SkillsTechnical Knowledge of Insurance Coverage FormsApplication to ExposureKnowledge of Departmental RegulationsKnowledge of Departmental PoliciesWork IndependentlyCarry Out Assignments to CompletionStandard Accepted Underwriting PracticesInterpersonal SkillsStandard Underwriting Practices and Procedures

Qualifications

Producer’s License3+ Years of Insurance ExperiencePrior Exposure to Insurance Underwriting Type ActivitiesAssociated Classes or Courses and/or Industry License, or Designation

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Summary:

This position is involved in the review and appraisal of applications for insurance placement . Uses knowledge and independent judgment to determine eligibility of risks when compared to guidelines of programs available. Interacts with Companies and Brokers via telephone, e-mail, regular mail and personal contact.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Reviews applications for insurance coverage, reports from loss control consultants and other information to determine if application is acceptable for the program(s) available.

  • Evaluate the experience of a risk against the class of business under review.

  • Evaluate the loss potential due to catastrophe, severity, and/or frequency.

  • May rate policies or check previously rated policies for proper rating.

  • Utilizes knowledge of automated systems to develop information for new or renewal policies.

  • Prepares quotations for agents and answers questions from agents, policyholder, or prospects.

  • Assists agents with comments or questions about applications and the likelihood of acceptance by the company.

  • Reviews requests for cancellation, endorsements, etc.

  • Reviews policies for renewal consideration.

  • Request additional documentation necessary for the processing of an application, endorsement or cancellation.

  • Conduct marketing visits to agents.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Must have Producer’s License.

  • 3 plus years of insurance experience.

  • Prior exposure to insurance underwriting type activities.

  • Basic familiarity with computers.

  • Good oral and written communications skills.

  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to pay attention to details.

  • Resourceful and controlled assertive behavior characteristics.

  • Must have demonstrated negotiation skills

  • Technical knowledge of insurance coverage forms and their application to exposure.

  • Knowledge of departmental regulations and policies.

  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted underwriting practices.

  • Strong interpersonal skills working with Staff and Company Underwriters

  • Experience in standard underwriting practices and procedures.

  • Associated classes or courses and/or industry license, or designation.

We offer a total compensation package which includes salary (range 65k-85k)plus a full comprehensive benefits package. Package includes Paid Time Off Days, Paid Holidays, Hybrid Work Schedule, Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 100% Single Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Education Assistance, Various Voluntary Benefits, Wellness Program Including Mental Health Support and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and More.

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Website: www.jimcor.com

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