Underwriter III
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EMC Insurance Companies
NC
Summary
The Underwriter III maintains and grows a profitable book of business for an assigned territory by evaluating accounts for risk selection and pricing. They also collaborate with marketing representatives and agents to foster strong relationships and ensure high-quality customer experiences.
Job Description
At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together.
Essential Functions:
- Maintains and grows a profitable book of business for assigned territory
- Evaluates accounts for risk selection and pricing purposes
- Analyzes information to underwrite policies
- Develops and fosters agency relationships
- Collaborates with marketing representatives to ensure agents receive great customer experiences
- Collaborates with experienced underwriters to gain understanding in underwriting best practices
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience
- Three years of experience in commercial lines underwriting or related experience
- Insurance designations, such as CPCU preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Good knowledge of underwriting and risk analysis
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently
- Ability to maintain high standards of professional competence
- Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media
- Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if traveling
The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following:
$78,726 - $108,771 or $87,008 - $119,646
A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs.
For information relating to the benefits EMC Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package, please visit www.emcins.com/careers.
Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination due to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, active military status, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
All of our locations are tobacco free including in company vehicles.
EMC Insurance is a top insurer based on net written premium, and we have more than 2,200 employees. The company was organized in 1911 to write workers’ compensation protection in Iowa. Today, EMC provides property and casualty insurance products and services throughout the United States. Operating under the trade name EMC Insurance Employers Mutual Casualty Company and one or more of its affiliated companies is licensed in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Privacy Policy - https://www.emcins.com/misc/privacypolicy.aspx
Founded
1911
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Des Moines, IA
EMC Insurance is a top insurer based on net written premium, and we have more than 2,200 employees. The company was organized in 1911 to write workers’ compensation protection in Iowa. Today, EMC provides property and casualty insurance products and services throughout the United States. Operating under the trade name EMC Insurance Employers Mutual Casualty Company and one or more of its affiliated companies is licensed in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Privacy Policy - https://www.emcins.com/misc/privacypolicy.aspx
Founded
1911
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Insurance
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Des Moines, IA