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Excess & Surplus - Small Business Underwriter

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies
Fairfield, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2024 CLOSED ON 8/2/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Excess & Surplus - Small Business Underwriter position at The Cincinnati Insurance Companies?

Make a difference with a career in insurance

At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®.

If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.

Build your future with us

Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters through its brokerage CSU Producers Resources Inc., works exclusively with independent agencies licensed and appointed with The Cincinnati Insurance Companies. Cincinnati Specialty Underwriters has an immediate opening for excess and surplus lines small business production underwriters.

Many departments at our headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio, offer hybrid work options, empowering associates to work from home several days a week. Depending on your role and responsibilities, hybrid options may be available for those working at headquarters. 

Salary : The pay range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.

Be Ready To

Underwrite and price new and renewal surplus lines commercial property and casualty business within stipulated authority. Selected candidates will work closely with assigned underwriting manager/assigned underwriting mentor to:

  • determine individual risk acceptability, pricing, coverage, terms and conditions
  • develop, analyze and evaluate information and exposures for surplus lines risks
  • achieve production, loss ratio and service goals within assigned territory
  • work independently with a high level of authority and judgment
  • develop successful business relationships with agents, producers and agency staff
  • minimal travel required

Be Equipped With

  • proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • ability to stay focused and remain on task
  • strong verbal, written and interpersonal competency
  • organizational and time management skills
  • ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize
  • analytical, problem solving and negotiating abilities
  • capacity to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • capability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment when necessary

Bring Education Or Experience From

  • bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • AINS, AU, ASLI, CPCU or other insurance designations are preferred
  • proficient use of Esteem (policy administration system) and Broker Management System preferred
  • prior insurance experience preferred, all selected candidates will receive classroom training

Enhance your talents

Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career.

Enjoy Benefits And Amenities

Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities. Learn more about our benefits and amenities packages.

Embrace a diverse team

As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation; religion; national origin; age; disability; or any other basis prohibited by law. Learn more about the Federal Employment Notices .

US-OH-Fairfield

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000

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