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Senior Underwriter - RSGUM

Employer
Ryan Specialty Group
Location
Melville, New York
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Jan 23, 2019

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Category
Underwriting
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified

Job Details

Position Summary:

The Underwriter will handle existing renewal business as well as grow new business, and maintain those accounts throughout the term. Develop a disciplined underwriting approach, adhering to standards and best practices for MGU and ensuring assigned program underwriting results are consistent with established guidelines and profitable for the both the company and carriers. The candidate will be a member of the MGU underwriting team focused on driving efficiency and providing service to a fast-growing company. This position will require the ability to handle a relatively high volume of transactions during the peak business cycles therefore it is essential that the candidate can multitask and work efficiently with a high degree of organizational skill.

Essential Functions:

  • The solicitation, quoting, and binding of submissions in accordance with MGU Underwriting Managers guidelines specific to your Underwriting Letter of Authority granted by the team leader and/or Carrier.
  • Complete documentation and management of all accounts assigned.
  • Review work completed by Brokers for accuracy.
  • Apply appropriate factors to rating basis/formulas provided.
  • Marketing visits to assigned wholesale clients relevant to your book of business.
  • Participate in underwriting meetings/educational seminars/continued education courses offered.
  • Other relevant duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills:

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5+ years in underwriting.
  • Must obtain license within a designated time period, if not currently licensed.
  • Demonstrated proficient technical underwriting expertise.
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, decision making and negotiation skills.
  • Strong business acumen and deep knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
  • Self-directed Individual with initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Customer service skills: listening and understanding client business priorities.
  • Strong relationship management skills.
  • Ability to set priorities and meet challenging deadlines.
  • Ability to manage workload with minimal supervision.
  • Critical attention to details.
  • Proven track record of being a team player.
  • May be required to have and maintain a valid drivers license.

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Company

RSG was founded in 2010 by industry veteran Patrick G. Ryan. Pat Ryan saw a need in the marketplace for a specialty organization dedicated exclusively to creating sophisticated insurance and risk management solutions for risks that demand innovation, proven leadership, outstanding industry experience and quality services.

Our independent and entrepreneurial approach to specialty risks has allowed us to provide measurable value to our clients – agents, brokers, insurers and their clients. We execute this approach by partnering with management teams that have significant expertise and extensive relationships in the industry.

Managing General Underwriters and Agencies

There are numerous industries in today's marketplace that are underserved. These industries demand a high-level of expertise, creativity and flexibility. RSG Underwriting Managers (RSG UM) provides specialty insurance and risk management solutions through a select group of managing general underwriters. Each entity offers specialty risk solutions in a specific market niche.

What separates RSG UM from others in the marketplace is our high-level of creativity and industry experience combined with a unique distribution platform. RSG UM offers numerous touch points in the marketplace with agents, brokers, insurers and clients. These touch points provide immediate market input and feedback, enabling our various entities to respond quickly and efficiently to evolving market needs.

Wholesale Brokerage

R-T Specialty, LLC (RT) is an independent wholesale broker with a focus on tough, hard-to-place property, casualty, transportation, professional liability and workers' compensation risks.

Led by established and well known surplus lines brokers, RT brokers have some of the most successful track records in the industry. No matter how difficult the risk, you can count on RT to develop or create a solution that meets the needs of your clients.

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