United States onlyIAT Insurance Group has an opportunity for an Underwriter to join our Contract Binding team to achieve profitable growth within the company's risk profile while maintaining an acceptable loss ratio with our delegated authority wholesale agents. The title of the role offered will reflect the selected candidate's experience and knowledge. We will consider candidates with significantly more or less experience.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of commercial E&S experience as an underwriter or senior underwriting support specialist.
This role will require working from the IATs office in Scottsdale, AZ, Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working remotely on Thursday and Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluates information to determine risk acceptability in accordance with company guidelines.
- Makes appropriate decisions based on the evaluation of underwriting information.
- Prices risks per company standards.
- Effectively communicates and negotiates underwriting and pricing decisions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Builds effective working relationships with assigned agency personnel as well as internal company staff.
- Drives acceptable levels of new business opportunities through effective marketing to assigned agents.
- Participates in quarterly stewardship meetings with key agents.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must Have:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of relevant commercial Property and Casualty underwriting experience or equivalent.
- Equivalent to a degree, and one year is no degree and at least five years’ experience as an Underwriter.
- Must have the ability to react and respond quickly and professionally.
- Must provide creative, analytical, and innovative thinking to ensure productive problem-solving.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- To qualify, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require now, or in the future, VISA sponsorship for employment purposes.
Preferred to Have:
- Excess and Surplus Lines experience is highly preferred
Our Culture:
IAT is the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. Insurance Answers Together® is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.At IAT, we’re committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward – driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That’s why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.
We offer comprehensive benefits like:
- 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
- 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
- Hybrid work environment
- Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
- Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
- College Loan Assistance Support Plan
- Educational Assistance Program
- Mentorship Program
- Dress for Your Day Policy
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.
IAT Recruiter:Steve Morley | Senior Recruiter
