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Senior Underwriter

RAISING THE BAR

RAISE Underwriting is an independently owned, Canadian Managing General Agent (MGA), dedicated to being an industry-leading supplier of risk insurance and surety products through transparency, honesty, and integrity.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Underwriting of construction and property policies including but not limited to builders’ risk, wrap up liability, CGL, umbrella/excess, inland marine including contractor’s equipment, and commercial property
  • Analyzing new business and project extensions and providing terms based RAISE’s underwriting guidelines
  • Developing clear and concise underwriting proposals for accounts which may fall outside underwriting authority
  • Negotiating terms, conditions, and pricing within the parameters of RAISE’s program underwriting guidelines/authorities
  • Identifying opportunities to upsell coverage, limits, or products
  • Maintaining high levels of service with solutions-orientated approach
  • Building a network of relationships with brokers and various markets
  • Keeping current on industry and market trends and sharing knowledge internally and with clients
  • Monitoring the current portfolio and assisting with peer audits on an ongoing basis to ensure compliance with existing/new contracts
  • Contributing to the expansion of the RAISE brand through marketing with existing and new broker partners

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 4 years of underwriting experience
  • University degree/college diploma or equivalent experience
  • CIP or FCIP designation, preferred
  • High level of customer service and proven success in building and maintaining effective business relationships
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate contract language
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, excel and word skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills

JOB PERKS

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Paid vacation and personal time
  • Health benefits
  • Ongoing professional development and training

JOB PERKS

We appreciate your interest in working with us, please forward your resume to lbrown@raiseuw.com

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