Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines - Montgomery, AL

Assist the Underwriting Team in account maintenance while learning various underwriting tasks necessary for advancement.

The ideal candidate must be teachable enough to learn our business and become proficient in sales and new account acquisition. While we operate in the insurance sales industry, we are anything but the typical company or organization in that industry. Our culture is to lead by example, so we are looking for Leadership Candidates who aren’t afraid to walk the talk. This position is great fit for a professional that is able to meet and exceed KPI's put in front of them. Must enjoy networking activities and understand the value of face to face client visits and social events. Must be a team player.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ordering, analyzing and interpreting inspections on accounts written Navigating and understanding numerous company manuals Processing policy audits. Quoting, entering & binding Renewal accounts with New Business as tasked Contributes to organization effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending options and courses of action; implementing directives. Maintains inter- and intradepartmental workflow by fostering a spirit of cooperation Maintains professional underwriting and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops Adhere to Minimum Company service standards, going above and always striving to be better than the norm Assist with creating and implementing Standard Operating Procedures for the department processes and training team members Contributes to team effort by accomplishing various tasks as they are assigned Pursue education to enhance industry knowledge by completing: AICPCU courses: Program in General Insurance (INS); Associate in Insurance Services (AIS) and Associate in Commercial Underwriting (AU) Travel as deemed necessary by the Manager, to both agencies & companies Other duties as assigned

Education and Work Experience:

•     2 year degree in General Business or related field, preferred but not required     Minimum of 2 years experience in Insurance or related field preferred

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Confidentiality Analytical Skills Research Skills Attention To Detail Decision-Making Coordination Teamwork General Math Skills

Typical Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds; must be able to sit for long periods of time