Senior Underwriter - Middle Market Solutions Northeast

Crum & Forster Company Overview

Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A" (Excellent) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry.

Our most valuable asset is our people : more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the October 2023 Great Place to Work Award for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion.

C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization. For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website : www.cfins.com.

Job Description

Summary

Responsible for the review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within applicable department guidelines and procedures. Manages agency relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve departmental goals. This is a remote position available in the New England Territory (to include parts of NY State).

Minimum

Duties & Responsibilities

• Meet profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the department.
• Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintains proper file documentation.
• Responsible for new business production for assigned brokers.
• Assist in developing annual business goals for assigned agents / producers. Responsible for analyzing results and maintaining accountability of agency partners within the department.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services
• Can clearly articulate the department’s value proposition
• Participates in training and initiatives to develop knowledge base. May participate in projects.
• Travel may be required (current driver’s license)
• Other duties as assigned.

Recommended Education & Requirements

Possesses strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage a renewal book.

Proficient in software needed to succeed in department.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Possesses or is pursuing underwriting and industry designations applicable to area of specialization.

What C&F will bring to you

At C&F you will BELONG

We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.

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Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws. Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $71,300 to a maximum of $134,000. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and / or performance-based variable pay programs.

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