Commercial Lines Underwriter (N&D)
Norfolk & Dedham Insurance2 days ago
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Summary
Norfolk & Dedham Insurance is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter (N&D) to join their team in Dedham, MA. The role involves building agency relationships and reviewing commercial lines for risk acceptability.
About the Role
As a Commercial Lines Underwriter, you will be responsible for maintaining strong relationships with agents, training them on company guidelines, and reviewing new and renewal business to determine risk acceptability. You will evaluate coverage adequacy, manage inspections, and communicate decisions effectively with agents. Additionally, you will handle endorsements, questionable risk reports, and may initiate legal notices for cancellations.
About You
Required:
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Proactive, flexible, and able to adapt to evolving audit processes.
- Collaborative with a customer-service mindset.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in Insurance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 2+ years of Property and Casualty Insurance experience preferably in the commercial lines field.
- Familiarity with commercial underwriting and N&D’s commercial risk appetite.
- CPCU designation or a combination of other related designations such as AU/AINS/CRIS or willingness to pursue said designations.
- General knowledge of insurance laws, practices and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to excel in the rapidly changing environment of insurance underwriting.
- Excellent time management and relationship building skills.
Norfolk & Dedham Insurance
Norfolk & Dedham Insurance has been protecting homes, autos, and businesses since 1825. Rated "A Excellent" for financial strength by A.M. Best, we provide personal, knowledgeable, local service when and where you need it, through a proven network of independent agents in your neighborhood. N&D consists of three mutual insurance companies: • Norfolk & Dedham Mutual Fire Insurance Company • Dorchester Mutual Insurance Company • Fitchburg Mutual Insurance Company
Dedham, MA