Commercial Underwriter

At EMC, you'll put your skills to good use as an important member of our team. You can count on gaining valuable experience while contributing to the company's success. EMC strives to hire and retain the best people by engaging, developing and rewarding employees.

Ideal candidate must live in the state of Texas

Maintains and grows a profitable book of business for assigned territory within underwriting authority. Evaluates accounts for risk selection, coverage offerings, and pricing purposes. Collaborates with experienced underwriters to continue to develop understanding of company and branch risk appetite, underwriting resources and systems, and gain experience in developing agency relationships. Develops and fosters agency relationships.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains and grows a profitable book of business for assigned territory
• Evaluates accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes
• Analyzes information to underwrite policies
• Develops and fosters agency relationships
• Collaborates with marketing representatives to ensure agents receive great customer experiences
• Collaborates with experienced underwriters to gain understanding in underwriting best practices

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience
• One year of experience in commercial lines underwriting
• Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred

**Candidates may qualify for a Senior Underwriter if they meet these requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience
• Five years of experience in commercial lines underwriting
• Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Good knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently
• Ability to maintain high standards of professional competence
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
• Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Occasional travel; a valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if traveling

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