Binding Authority Underwriter

Job BriefManages book quality of assigned territory including risk selection, quality of book, classification, pricing, compliance, premium production, and service to agents. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews new business, renewals, endorsements, and submissions to determine acceptability using established company guidelines. Assists other underwriters in proper risk selection, pricing, and classification within company guidelines. Maintains positive communications with agents to handle problems and explains and interprets company underwriting policy. Makes agency visits as needed.Travel within the assigned territory (which could be approximately 25% of the time). Conduct in-house and field reviews of agencies within assigned territory. Participates in agency training and education involving agency meetings, manual roll outs, etc. Insures maintenance of state manuals.Compiles update and improvement changes for inclusion in Underwriting manuals. Maintains current knowledge of changes in the insurance field. Coordinates with the Regional Director and other departments to achieve company profit and production objectives. Coordinates with other departments to achieve service, technology, and workflow objectives. Assists other team members with underwriting and marketing issues. Attends industry conferences as required. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Proven team player and energetic personality. Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyze data and make an informed, calculated risk decision. Strong computer skills (in Microsoft Office products) with demonstrated high accuracy output. Strong problem solving, reasoning, and decision making skills. Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while meeting established deadlines. Ability to demonstrate planning and organizational skills. EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS College degree or equivalent work experience. CPCU designation preferred. Prefer minimum of three years commercial insurance experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical demands are considered to be that of an office environment, climate controlled, with minimal physical exertion.This position requires prolonged sitting, ability to utilize a computer and interactions with others in meetings or via phone. Ability to travel as necessary according to business needs. BENEFITS We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible spending, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, long-term care insurance, education assistance and paid time off. IFG Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.