Underwriter II

The underwriter will be responsible for the underwriting and servicing of new and renewal agricultural Workers' Compensation business for an assigned group of agencies. Maintains effective relationships with agency contacts to ensure accurate information is gathered for risk evaluation and provides consultation on company product and coverage capabilities that positively impacts risk selection. Enables profitable growth with assigned agencies including periodic profitability reviews and the implementation of profit improvement actions. Must always maintain a professional demeanor. Maintain a solid understanding of AmTrust's mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

Efficiently and effectively make underwriting decisions based on review and analysis to write policies. Make sure policy characteristics adhere to company pricing and underwriting guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with other team members and management as needed to assess risks and retain business.
• Operate within written authority grant and make referrals to management as required.
• Maintains compliance with state filings and adheres to corporate underwriting and pricing guidelines
• Collect data for determining coverage and pricing on assigned book.
• Provide service to assigned brokers on billing, audits and policy changes.
• Educate agents on underwriting appetite to retain profitable business within the assigned territory.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships by working closely with Underwriters, other departments, and Management to implement agency plans and share accountability in meeting territory goals.
• Provide support and coaching to the underwriting team and provide leadership to the team to quickly and effectively make risk decisions.
• Occasionally participate in industry events and travel to meet with agencies to support relationships as needed.
• Provide professional, timely and courteous communication and service to external clients and cross departmental staff to successfully resolve issues pertaining to policyholders and territory producers.
• Provide pertinent information and guidance to operations staff required to process coverage requests in accordance with service guidelines.
• Assist in gathering and sharing competitive information as well as keep current with market trends and demands.
• Maintain strong product line and industry expertise and stay abreast of changes in markets.
• Other tasks, responsibilities and projects as needed.

• Keeps current with market trends and demands.

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in an underwriting role
• Workers' Compensation underwriting expertise.
• Agriculture experience preferred.
• Strong analytical ability and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Able to multitask

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.