Commercial Lines Underwriter

A reputable insurance company is seeking an experienced individual to join their team as a Commercial Line Underwriter. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of experience in underwriting Commercial Multi-Peril (CMP), Commercial Auto, Commercial Umbrella, or Worker’s Compensation. This role also requires a proven ability to manage agency relationships effectively to drive growth and profitability. This role becomes hybrid after 90 days - 3 days in office and 2 days remote.

Benefits include:

• Medical (PPO)
• Dental (PPO)
• Vision (PPO)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and sick leave
• On-site parking
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match

If this sounds like a job for you, apply today for immediate consideration!

Hours

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location

Honolulu, Oahu

Pay

$65,000 to $80,000 a year

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of Commercial Lines policies, ensuring compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze risk data of prospective insurance applicants to identify hazards and exposures for endorsements and renewals.
• Collaborate with the underwriting team to enhance knowledge of insurance processes, operational procedures, and underwriting best practices.
• Effectively manage agency relationships to drive growth and profitability.
• Work closely with other team members and management to achieve monthly and annual branch goals.
• Assess applications to determine whether to accept, modify, or decline accounts in alignment with underwriting guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong agency relationships to foster growth and support business development efforts.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes to adjust underwriting strategies accordingly.
• Review data accuracy and prepare monthly closing reports for each product line.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in underwriting CMP, Commercial Auto, Commercial Umbrella, or Worker’s Compensation.
• Professional designations such as CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) or AU (Associate in Underwriting) are a plus.
• Strong background and specialized experience in Worker’s Compensation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with a solid understanding of underwriting principles.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with agents and internal teams.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/Google Workspace applications and underwriting software.