P&C Underwriter- Commercial Real Estate
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Novacore
San Diego, CA, US
Summary
Build and manage a profitable commercial real estate insurance portfolio while adhering to underwriting guidelines and budget expectations. Provide leadership and guidance to the underwriting department and contribute to strategic discussions regarding territory expansion.
Job Description
Why join the Novacore team?
Because your next stellar chapter starts here — and we’re building something bold and meaningful.
At Novacore, we’re not your average insurance company. We’re a team of driven professionals passionate about redefining the specialty insurance experience for our agents, carrier partners — and for each other.
We specialize in tailored solutions for niche industries, powered by advanced analytics, modern technology and a culture of innovation. Backed by strong leadership and strategic growth initiatives, Novacore is poised to scale and lead in the specialty insurance market.
But at our core, we believe it’s not just what we do — it’s how we do it and who we do it with.
Recognized as a top workplace, Novacore is a place where ambition is supported, growth is continuous and culture matters. From day one, you’ll find mentorship, hands-on learning and clear paths for advancement. You’ll grow your skills, expand your expertise and become even more exceptional — because when you succeed, we all do.
We offer:
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A collaborative, results-driven environment
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Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
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Year-round social and community events
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Ongoing mentorship and professional development
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Endless opportunities for upward mobility
So if you're ready to be part of something extraordinary — with a team that’s transforming commercial insurance — we want to meet you.
P&C Underwriter- Commercial Real Estate
We are looking for an experienced P&C Underwriter to join our HabPro program, which falls under the Real Estate Segment at Novacore. HabPro Insurance is a one-stop-shop Commercial Real Estate (CRE) insurance provider specializing in
Package, Monoline Property, & Monoline GL for apartments and condominium associations.
As we continue growing our regional presence across the US, ideally this candidate will sit in California** Los Angeles or San Diego, preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for building a portfolio of business in alignment with a set budget expectation.
- Provide leadership in accordance with the company's vision, mission and values while providing direct supervision, training and guidance to the underwriting department.
- Maintain and conform to all underwriting guidelines for all company procedures, rate levels and underwriting authorities domestic and foreign.
- Be a part of strategic discussions regarding expansion into additional states and/or territories.
- Communicate effectively with the internal and external teams on accountability of goal setting and strategic sales initiatives. Generate a profitable portfolio with a focus on underwriting discipline and annual monthly/yearly premium goals.
- Protect the core best practices to ensure alignment and execution.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years property and casualty underwriting experience is required with an emphasis on binding authority and brokerage underwriting.
- Experience in product development, distribution channel discussions/decisions, and territory expansion strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of additional property and casualty products desired.
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- P&C license not required, however is highly sought after, and eligible for reimbursement if obtained upon hire.
At Novacore, we’re transforming what it means to be an exceptional partner in specialty insurance.
Headquartered in Conshohocken, PA, Novacore operates across 11 U.S. offices with over 350 insurance professionals, leading the way in Property & Casualty, Accident & Health, Reinsurance and through our retail agency, NSM Insurance Brokers.
Formerly the U.S. commercial division of NSM Insurance Group, Novacore has entered a bold new chapter — fueled by a single mission: to help our agent partners thrive.
With a portfolio of 20+ high-performing programs, a network of 20,000+ agents, and over $1.5B in premium, we deliver customized solutions for complex, hard-to-place risks. Our momentum is powered by continued investment in smart technology, real-time analytics and scalable operations — all designed to help agents quote faster, work smarter and grow stronger.
We bring 35 years of underwriting expertise, strong carrier partnerships and a reputation for outstanding service to every interaction. And while our name is new, our trusted team and unwavering commitment to agents remain unchanged.
Here’s what sets Novacore apart:
Faster, easier quoting
Streamlined workflows
Next-generation tools
Stronger support at every step
We proudly serve niche industries nationwide, including:
Addiction treatment & behavioral health
Coastal condos
Commercial & residential contractors
Employer stop loss & managed care
Facultative reinsurance
Habitational & community associations
Nonprofits & social services
Owner-operators & specialty transportation
Professional liability
School bus contractors
Sports & wellness
Staffing agencies
Towing & garage
Workers’ compensation
Founded
1990
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania
At Novacore, we’re transforming what it means to be an exceptional partner in specialty insurance.
Headquartered in Conshohocken, PA, Novacore operates across 11 U.S. offices with over 350 insurance professionals, leading the way in Property & Casualty, Accident & Health, Reinsurance and through our retail agency, NSM Insurance Brokers.
Formerly the U.S. commercial division of NSM Insurance Group, Novacore has entered a bold new chapter — fueled by a single mission: to help our agent partners thrive.
With a portfolio of 20+ high-performing programs, a network of 20,000+ agents, and over $1.5B in premium, we deliver customized solutions for complex, hard-to-place risks. Our momentum is powered by continued investment in smart technology, real-time analytics and scalable operations — all designed to help agents quote faster, work smarter and grow stronger.
We bring 35 years of underwriting expertise, strong carrier partnerships and a reputation for outstanding service to every interaction. And while our name is new, our trusted team and unwavering commitment to agents remain unchanged.
Here’s what sets Novacore apart:
Faster, easier quoting
Streamlined workflows
Next-generation tools
Stronger support at every step
We proudly serve niche industries nationwide, including:
Addiction treatment & behavioral health
Coastal condos
Commercial & residential contractors
Employer stop loss & managed care
Facultative reinsurance
Habitational & community associations
Nonprofits & social services
Owner-operators & specialty transportation
Professional liability
School bus contractors
Sports & wellness
Staffing agencies
Towing & garage
Workers’ compensation
Founded
1990
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania