Job Description
Distinguished is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise 14 programs. Distinguished partners with a select group of highly rated insurance companies to provide exclusive programs to our national network of 4,000 agencies and brokerages. You will have an opportunity to work with an energetic, passionate team that is committed to growth by helping our customers grow their business and building a best-in-class system, as well as a great place to work.
The
Senior Underwriter is responsible for pipeline management, risk selection, qualification, pricing within the program guidelines and objectives and selling the proposal to the broker. This includes working and negotiating directly with brokers, carriers and internal stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES - Underwrite restaurants risks for primary package and excess/umbrella lines of business.
- Analyze and evaluate applicants to ensure proper risk selection.
- Negotiate pricing and coverage with brokers.
- Rate and quote new and renewal business while adhering to underwriting guidelines and rating rules with proper file documentation.
- Underwrite and document all service requests for in-force policies within authority.
- Communicate with brokers to obtain information needed to underwriter risks, respond to questions and address issues.
- Gather competitor information and marketing intelligence to identify opportunities for improvements to products and pricing.
- Participate in other company projects and new initiatives.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 5 years of Commercial Package (ISO-based) underwriting experience.
- Prior experience underwriting restaurants required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ISO-based rating.
- Property and Casualty Insurance license
- Analytical and quantitative skills.
- Must be self-driven detail oriented & possess strong organizational skills including time-management and prioritization.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- May be required to travel for team and broker meetings.
LOCATION - This is a remote position.
COMPENSATION AND PERKS - $90,000 - $120,000 base salary plus bonus. Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location
- Summer Fridays (Leave at 2:00PM all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day).
- Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.
- 401k with 4% company match. Immediately 100% vested.
- Life, disability and supplemental insurance.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Wellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Peloton App Digital Membership for 1 year (or if you have Peloton equipment, receive a 4-month waiver
- Work/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years.
CORE VALUES Our Core Values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused in the best interest of our customer.
INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business.
INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will collaborate with leaders in the organization and build
RELATIONSHIPS with your colleagues, carriers and customers. Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your determination to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities. Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we
ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms or agencies.
Distinguished Programs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Job Tags
Full time, Summer work, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, Flexible hours