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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter, Custom - State Auto

7 days agoHouston, TX / Remote

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description
Multiple positions available. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting one of the following territories as a commercial lines underwriter: Texas, Arkansas or Mississippi. Please note, this is a range posting and level will be determined by the Hiring Manager based on experience.



Great underwriters know how to balance data analytics with human intuition. If you like both quantitative and qualitative reasoning, enjoy the challenge and autonomy of managing your own accounts-at a company that offers competitive compensation and benefits, then consider joining the underwriting department at Liberty Mutual. As a Senior Commercial Lines Underwriter, Custom - State Auto in property casualty insurance, you'll develop, grow and maintain diversified books of business while working closely with agents and brokers to assess risks, determine premiums, set conditions and negotiate deals that maximize profitability and meet business goals.

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you're a:
  • Strategic Account Manager: As part of your portfolio strategy, you'll ensure a profitable book of Property and Casualty insurance by writing new accounts with premiums of $25,000 and above, and growing successful agent and broker relationships and pursuing renewals
  • Problem solver : You'll crunch the numbers and review the data to d etermine risk selection, premiums, policies and conditions , as well as identify opportunities for improved growth, profit and diversification
  • Clear communicator : You'll maintain and nurture successful relationships with agents and brokers, while presenting proposals, negotiating deals and obtaining approvals
  • Collaborative teammate: Contributing to overall team success, you'll mentor underwriters in both a technical and professional capacity-sharing best practices and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Conscientious professional: Understanding that the deal isn't done until the paperwork is complete, you'll document account reviews, state-compliant sign-offs and referrals, letters of authority and follow underwriting guidelines
Qualifications
Experience
  • 3-5+ years of relevant commercial lines underwriting experience
  • Experience with multi-line insurance products
Skills
  • Analytical, problem-solving capabilities
  • Strong territory management skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • An aptitude for building rewarding relationships with agents and brokers, peer underwriters, underwriting assistants, and junior underwriters
Knowledge
  • Command of insurance finance and actuarial concepts
  • Thorough k nowledge of commercial insurance products, underwriting, risk selection, pricing and marketplaces, as well as regulatory issues in relevant territories
  • Understanding of contract language, including regulatory and policy differences among applicable states
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement processes and tools
Education
  • A bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Chartered Property Casual Underwriter or other professional insurance designation preferred
About Us
At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. That's why we provide an environment focused on openness, inclusion, trust and respect. Here, you'll discover our expansive range of roles, and a workplace where we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession.

Liberty Mutual has proudly been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" by Great Place to Work® US for the past several years. We were also selected as one of the "100 Best Places to Work in IT" on IDG's Insider Pro and Computerworld's 2020 list. For many years running, we have been named by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates as well as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion please visit: https://jobs.libertymutualgroup.com/diversity-inclusion

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

Client-provided location(s): Houston, TX, USA; San Antonio, TX, USA; Little Rock, AR, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Nashville, TN, USA; Dallas, TX, USA; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Jackson, MS, USA; Fort Smith, AR, USA; Southaven, MS, USA; Springdale, AR, USA
Job ID: liberty_mutual-2024-62222-en_4
Employment Type: Other

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