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Manulife

Senior Underwriting Consultant

Nevada, IA · Remote

$92K - $109K/yr

This is a remote role open to any location in continental US Manulife is a leading international ... In addition to those performed by Underwriter Consultants - identify and provide solutions to work ...

Project Sapiens

Senior Business Analyst

Cedar Rapids, IA · Remote

$90K - $117K/yr

US - Remote Position Summary The role of the Senior Business Analyst is to provide an IT interface ... The analyst will be working closely with business units and technical development teams on all ...

IMT Insurance

Assistant Actuary

West Des Moines, IA · On-site +1

$99K - $150K/yr

Collaborate with Underwriting, Marketing and other business partners across the organization to ... Demonstrate developing technical expertise and knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies ...

IMT Insurance

Assistant Actuary

West Des Moines, IA · On-site +1

$99K - $150K/yr

Collaborate with Underwriting, Marketing and other business partners across the organization to ... Demonstrate developing technical expertise and knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies ...

IMT Insurance

Assistant Actuary

West Des Moines, IA · On-site +1

$99K - $150K/yr

Collaborate with Underwriting, Marketing and other business partners across the organization to ... Demonstrate developing technical expertise and knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies ...

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What is the difference between Remote Technical Underwriter vs Remote Underwriter?

AspectRemote Technical UnderwriterRemote Underwriter
CertificationsTypically requires industry-specific certifications (e.g., CPCU, ARM)May require general insurance or underwriting certifications
Work EnvironmentFocuses on technical risk assessment, often with specialized softwareHandles overall policy evaluation, less technical detail
Industry UsageCommon in insurance, especially property and casualtyWidely used across various insurance lines
Job FocusTechnical risk analysis and detailed underwritingGeneral policy review and decision-making

The Remote Technical Underwriter specializes in detailed technical risk assessment within insurance, requiring specific certifications and technical skills. In contrast, the Remote Underwriter handles broader policy evaluations with less technical focus. Both roles are essential in the insurance industry but differ in scope and technical depth.

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Underwriting Center Underwriter

United Fire Group

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

The Underwriting Center Underwriter will underwrite Middle Market and Construction renewal business, deploying effective account management while fostering strong relationships with agency partners.  This role is responsible for providing technical underwriting expertise through timely and streamlined processes to best serve agents and policyholders. This role underwrites renewals and services accounts to primarily manage UFG’s Middle Market and Construction business.

Responsibilities: 

  • Profitably underwrite renewal business through risk selection, pricing, contractual integrity, and account management, in accordance with delegated authority, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
    • Develop, analyze, and evaluate information and exposure to loss. 
    • Document assigned files with underwriting thought process.
    • Properly classify and price risk commensurate with exposures and controls.
  • Proactively identify and execute opportunities to up sell and cross-sell UFG coverages and products.
  • Provide exceptional service to agency partners with timely execution of policy services such as endorsement requests and other agent inquiries.
  • Collaborate with Business Unit, Line of Business and Field Underwriting, Underwriting Support, Sales and Distribution, Risk Control, Legal, Claims, and other internal partners to ensure optimal stakeholder management.
  • Actively assists with the review and analysis of the portfolio to ensure progress toward key business objectives.

Qualifications: 

Education: 

  • 4-year college degree preferred.
  • Completion of or working towards AU, CIC, or CPCU designation preferred.

Experience: 

  • 1-2 years of commercial lines insurance underwriting experience preferred.

Knowledge, skills & abilities: 

  • Risk evaluation skills and solid insurance contract knowledge.
  • Fluently comprehend, identify, and determine appropriate coverage forms.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing and completing work efficiently and effectively.
  • Capability to execute current underwriting strategy for assigned territory to make effective underwriting decisions. 
  • Ability to establish a high degree of trust for internal and external customers.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an affinity for detailed accuracy.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and effective dates.
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service.

Working Conditions:  

  • General office environment; remote, in-office, and hybrid options determined by manager.
  • Occasional travel required.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Additional tasks and requirements may be assigned, as necessitated by business need. UFG retains the right to modify the description of this job at any time.

 

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