Associate Underwriter - Personal Lines

  • Auto-Owners Insurance Company
  • Bedford, NH
  • 7mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

A career at Concord Insurance Group is challenging and rewarding.  Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs.

Job Description

Associate Underwriters experience a structured training program designed to incorporate a variety of professional development opportunities including hands-on training, industry specific coursework, mentoring, and job shadowing to gain a strong foundation of industry knowledge to become a Personal Lines Underwriter. Under supervision of mentors and management, Associate Underwriters underwrite individual insurance applications within guidelines set for the issuance of policies.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize underwriting criteria to evaluate individual risk of polices including: physical property evaluations, driving records, financial ratings, and loss experience
  • Interact with peers, independent agency representatives, and vendors to collect risk information, explain underwriting policies and procedures, and effectively negotiate coverage terms and conditions
  • Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders and business partners

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent industry exposure/experience
  • Holding or pursuing industry licenses, designations, and certificates is a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Thrive in a team-oriented environment
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills

Benefits

Concord Group employees are eligible for a comprehensive total compensation package including but not limited to medical, vison, dental, life, and disability insurance. We offer a generous Paid Time Off Program that includes vacation, personal, sick time and holiday pay. Invest in your future with our competitive 401(k) plan with company match!