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Underwriting Specialist role at Great American Insurance Company supporting specialty human services. Fully remote position with preference for candidates in Northeast or Illinois/Wisconsin. Requires 5+ years underwriting experience, bachelor's degree or equivalent, no visa sponsorship available. Salary range $90k-$125k, benefits offered for full-time and eligible part-time employees. Fixed schedule, occasional travel required.
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Explore the remote job marketUnderwriter Specialist – Specialty Human Services at GAIC Great American Insurance Company
Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
For more than 40 years, Great American’s Specialty Human Services Division has provided insurance solutions to the human and social service marketplace. The division is one of the first insurance companies to recognize the special needs of these organizations. Over the years, coverage and services have expanded to ensure expertise to meet the evolving needs of this marketplace.
http://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/specialty-human-services
Our Specialty Human Services Division is seeking an Underwriting Specialist to join its team. This role supports the Northeast territory spanning Maine to Virgina. This position is fully remote, with a preference for candidates located in the Northeast or Illinois/Wisconsin.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
- Analyzes risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
- Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
- Orders and reviews additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.
- Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
- Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
- Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
- Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
- Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.
- Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Generally, 5+ years of experience in Underwriting or a related field. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), or Associate of Risk Management (ARM).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrates strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Position requires occasional travel.
Business Unit
Specialty Human Services
Salary Range
$90,000.00 -$125,000.00
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers .
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
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