Associate Underwriter

We are a Property & Casualty Managing General Agency writing 130+ million in annual premium seeking a Associate Underwriter.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review new business applications to confirm the information provided is appropriate to determine what underwriting actions are required to place the risk and when exceptions or opportunities for additional coverages exist
• Providing renewal and new business quotes to agents
• Servicing agents request for coverage changes
• Rating insurance policies
• Corresponding with agents and companies regarding their policies
• Developing underwriting information for existing accounts, e.g.…order and review inspections, MVR’s, etc.

PREFERRED SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1-2 years Property & Casualty experience
• Self-directed, energetic and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• High level of computer proficiency
• Friendly, upbeat personality with strong written and oral communication skills
• Inherent desire to embrace change and pursue continuous improvement
• Team player with collaborative attitude

South & Western General Agency, Inc. has been in business since 1974 and is the Premier Managing General Agency in the mid-south and southwest.  We offer employees a pleasant work environment that challenges those who are seeking further career advancement. Our business segments consist of Specialty Personal Lines, Farm & Ranch, Specialty Commercial P&C and Commercial Transportation and are only distributed through retail independent agents.

South & Western is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive base salary and generous bonus program. Our benefits package is outstanding and includes health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) with generous match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401k and paid time off.