Starr Companies
Underwriter - Commercial Casualty
Starr Companies, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60602
Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world.
Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world's fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.
Job Summary:
Starr Insurance Companies is seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriting professional to join the Commercial Casualty underwriting team in the Midwest. The successful candidate will have at least three years of experience in underwriting and a strong understanding of commercial underwriting principles. As a Commercial Casualty Underwriter, you will be responsible for evaluating and underwriting commercial insurance applications.
Responsibilities:
* Evaluate and underwrite commercial insurance applications for large property accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and procedures* Analyze and interpret data to determine risks and potential exposures* Determine appropriate coverage and pricing for each policy* Build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction* Collaborate with underwriting team members and other departments to achieve company goals and objectives* Monitor performance of accounts and make recommendations for improvements or changes as needed* Keep up-to-date with industry trends, regulations and guidelines* Travel to and complete marketing/sales meeting in assigned territories
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.* 3years plus of experience in Casualty underwriting* Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management within the commercial casualty insurance segment.* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and brokers.* Proficiency in underwriting software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Preferred
* Excess experience is preferred
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world's fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.
Job Summary:
Starr Insurance Companies is seeking a dynamic and experienced Underwriting professional to join the Commercial Casualty underwriting team in the Midwest. The successful candidate will have at least three years of experience in underwriting and a strong understanding of commercial underwriting principles. As a Commercial Casualty Underwriter, you will be responsible for evaluating and underwriting commercial insurance applications.
Responsibilities:
* Evaluate and underwrite commercial insurance applications for large property accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and procedures* Analyze and interpret data to determine risks and potential exposures* Determine appropriate coverage and pricing for each policy* Build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients to ensure quality service and customer satisfaction* Collaborate with underwriting team members and other departments to achieve company goals and objectives* Monitor performance of accounts and make recommendations for improvements or changes as needed* Keep up-to-date with industry trends, regulations and guidelines* Travel to and complete marketing/sales meeting in assigned territories
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.* 3years plus of experience in Casualty underwriting* Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment, pricing, and portfolio management within the commercial casualty insurance segment.* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and brokers.* Proficiency in underwriting software, data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite.* Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Preferred
* Excess experience is preferred
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.