Commercial Lines Field Production Underwriter - Illinois

Job Details: Job Location: MO - Columbia, MO, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Pay Philosophy 

The typical starting salary for this position is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, acquired skills, experience, education, and certifications/designations. This position may be eligible for annual merit increases and participation in our bonus program.

What are we looking for?

Join our team as a Commercial Lines Field Production Underwriter. In this position you will be growing Columbia Insurance’s commercial property and casualty book of business by building strong, productive relationships with assigned agencies. This position services Illinois. Ideal candidates are be located in the Illinois area.

Who we are and what we do?

At Columbia Insurance, we believe our people are the heart of our success and our greatest strength. With robust benefits, a fun, family-like atmosphere, and a culture that thrives on real connections, Columbia truly is the place to be. Our vision is to lead the industry in people-first partnerships. The best way to achieve that is by bringing together a team of skilled, passionate, and talented individuals.

Why us?

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) and company match
Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, paid maternity/paternity leave, and supplemental sick leave
Family-like culture
Year-round wellness initiatives
Company sponsored events
Opportunities for professional development with conferences, events, and continued education
Company Car
Cell Phone

Company History

Our legacy has roots back to 1889 when we first became part of the mutual insurance movement in the Midwest. Today, our extensive heritage resonates nationwide, as we proudly serve customers in 14 states across the country.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

This role is responsible for growing Columbia Insurance’s commercial property and casualty book of business by building strong, productive relationships with assigned agencies. This role’s primary functions focus on growing premium and policy count within the book but necessitates additional responsibilities related to relationship management, making it different from a traditional sales role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Make regular in-person visits to assigned agencies with the goal of growing Columbia Insurances brand awareness, building professional/personal relationships, soliciting new account submissions, facilitate mutually beneficial renewal strategies, and facilitate agency accountability discussions.  
Develop and cultivate a new business pipeline of profitable risks for each agency and producer to be reviewed and quoted.  
Evaluate risks and make critical underwriting decisions regarding insurability based on nature of operations, insured geographic location, risk controls, policy pricing, policy terms and conditions, and other third-party data as necessary.  
Assist in Risk Control in the communication and resolution of recommended risk improvements for newly written accounts, as needed.
Collaborate with renewal underwriters, as appropriate, to address key and challenging renewal account to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes for assigned agency partners and company.  
Primary decision maker for setting premium on new business opportunities and collaborates with renewal underwriters to assist in achieving office and agency pricing objectives on renewal business.
Responsible for training assigned agency personnel in the utilization of Columbia’s C-Port agency portal and, as necessary, assisting with the inputting of new business opportunities.
Responsible for identifying the need for and securing facultative reinsurance on risks when appropriate.
Maintain current knowledge of technical aspects of commercial insurance underwriting and applicable state and local statutes and laws.
Participate in education and training of agents by presenting technical and corporate information regarding commercial insurance issues.
Assist agents with policyholder presentations as needed.
Accompany Loss Control representatives on inspections as needed.
Communicate with internal and external parties including reinsurers, co-workers and agencies.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 3 years of commercial lines underwriting
A thorough knowledge of commercial lines products and coverages
Excellent communication, presentation and customer service skills
Ability to travel on a consistent basis
Acceptable MVR
Travel expected up to 75%

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

A CPCU designation and other supplemental insurance education are preferred
Field Sales/Marketing experience preferred

EOE

Columbia Insurance prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are unable to complete the electronic application for any reason, please contact Mandi Giboney: [email protected] 573-777-4087.