National General an Allstate company
Commercial Underwriter I (Remote – Central Time Zone)
Role overview
National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.
Job Description
This position is responsible for evaluation of business placed in the Commercial product from an underwriting perspective to grow the Commercial Auto business profitably. This position will evaluate exceptions and underwriting opportunities for non-fleet business and approve or decline submission. This position will have authority to evaluate risks and make underwriting decisions. Exposures outside of the authority for this position will be reviewed with Senior Underwriters or the Underwriting Manager prior to finalizing the decisions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform risk reviews and upfront underwriting reviews to determine risk acceptability (new business, renewals, endorsements, and reinstatements)
- Make decisions on risk acceptability
- Serve as point of contact for Customer Service and Backoffice teams
- Implements agreed upon underwriting procedures to achieve growth and profit objectives
- Involvement with underwriting of new business and renewals, including providing some input into product decisions and procedures
- Implement procedures and guidelines for Commercial Vehicle and make recommendations to Underwriting Manager for changes that will enhance our current book of business and automation of the Commercial Auto product
- Develop and analyze both internal and external data for assigned business segment(s) and line(s) of business in order to direct pricing, underwriting, and sales decisions.
- Analyze the quality of assigned books of business through agent and profile reviews, audits, and ongoing communication with Product Managers and Sales.
- Help to determine actions needed for agent rehabilitation
- Serve as a contact for Commercial Vehicle agents.
Minimum Skills and Competencies:
- Bachelor’s Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience
- 1 year of commercial underwriting experience
- Ability to establish and maintain agency relationships, identify profitable opportunities, and able to assist in leveraging business opportunities for other divisions
- Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal skills
- Effective leadership and diplomacy skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills
- Negotiation and sales skills
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and timeliness in order to meet customer service expectations
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment meeting aggressive business deadlines
- Ability and desire to learn and effectively use computer based underwriting systems to manage workflow
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates in Central Time zone preferred
- 2+ years insurance underwriting experience in Commercial lines
- Willingness to pursue Insurance professional designations such as IIC, CPCU, AU, and/or ARM
- Thorough knowledge of the Policy Processing systems.
- Ability to effectively prioritize
- Multi-tasking abilities
- In-depth business knowledge
- Effective problem solving skills
- Ability to cultivate cross-functional relationships
Education & Experience (in lieu)
• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
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Compensation
Base compensation offered for this role is $50,700.00 – $78,570.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e. commission, bonus, etc.) as applicable for the role.
At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.
Companies & Partners
Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.
Benefits
National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Sales
What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.
How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.
Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.
Job Description
This position is responsible for evaluation of business placed in the Commercial product from an underwriting perspective to grow the Commercial Auto business profitably. This position will evaluate exceptions and underwriting opportunities for non-fleet business and approve or decline submission. This position will have authority to evaluate risks and make underwriting decisions. Exposures outside of the authority for this position will be reviewed with Senior Underwriters or the Underwriting Manager prior to finalizing the decisions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform risk reviews and upfront underwriting reviews to determine risk acceptability (new business, renewals, endorsements, and reinstatements)
- Make decisions on risk acceptability
- Serve as point of contact for Customer Service and Backoffice teams
- Implements agreed upon underwriting procedures to achieve growth and profit objectives
- Involvement with underwriting of new business and renewals, including providing some input into product decisions and procedures
- Implement procedures and guidelines for Commercial Vehicle and make recommendations to Underwriting Manager for changes that will enhance our current book of business and automation of the Commercial Auto product
- Develop and analyze both internal and external data for assigned business segment(s) and line(s) of business in order to direct pricing, underwriting, and sales decisions.
- Analyze the quality of assigned books of business through agent and profile reviews, audits, and ongoing communication with Product Managers and Sales.
- Help to determine actions needed for agent rehabilitation
- Serve as a contact for Commercial Vehicle agents.
Minimum Skills and Competencies:
- Bachelor’s Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience
- 1 year of commercial underwriting experience
- Ability to establish and maintain agency relationships, identify profitable opportunities, and able to assist in leveraging business opportunities for other divisions
- Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal skills
- Effective leadership and diplomacy skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills
- Negotiation and sales skills
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and timeliness in order to meet customer service expectations
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment meeting aggressive business deadlines
- Ability and desire to learn and effectively use computer based underwriting systems to manage workflow
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates in Central Time zone preferred
- 2+ years insurance underwriting experience in Commercial lines
- Willingness to pursue Insurance professional designations such as IIC, CPCU, AU, and/or ARM
- Thorough knowledge of the Policy Processing systems.
- Ability to effectively prioritize
- Multi-tasking abilities
- In-depth business knowledge
- Effective problem solving skills
- Ability to cultivate cross-functional relationships
Education & Experience (in lieu)
• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
#LI-JV1
Compensation
Base compensation offered for this role is $50,700.00 – $78,570.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e. commission, bonus, etc.) as applicable for the role.
At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.
Companies & Partners
Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.
Benefits
National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Claims
What We Do:
Your ability to quickly and calmly make smart decisions can make a huge difference in how confident customers feel throughout the claims process. And as you support our customers, we’re there to support you.
How We Support You:
We empower your success starting day one. You’ll have access to everything you need to grow professionally while helping our customers get their lives back on track.
Make An Impact:
Helping customers with their claims is about learning their stories, not just processing their paperwork. You can take pride in the fact that you’re providing invaluable guidance and helping to build continued trust in our company.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Role overview
National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.
Job Description
This position is responsible for evaluation of business placed in the Commercial product from an underwriting perspective to grow the Commercial Auto business profitably. This position will evaluate exceptions and underwriting opportunities for non-fleet business and approve or decline submission. This position will have authority to evaluate risks and make underwriting decisions. Exposures outside of the authority for this position will be reviewed with Senior Underwriters or the Underwriting Manager prior to finalizing the decisions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform risk reviews and upfront underwriting reviews to determine risk acceptability (new business, renewals, endorsements, and reinstatements)
- Make decisions on risk acceptability
- Serve as point of contact for Customer Service and Backoffice teams
- Implements agreed upon underwriting procedures to achieve growth and profit objectives
- Involvement with underwriting of new business and renewals, including providing some input into product decisions and procedures
- Implement procedures and guidelines for Commercial Vehicle and make recommendations to Underwriting Manager for changes that will enhance our current book of business and automation of the Commercial Auto product
- Develop and analyze both internal and external data for assigned business segment(s) and line(s) of business in order to direct pricing, underwriting, and sales decisions.
- Analyze the quality of assigned books of business through agent and profile reviews, audits, and ongoing communication with Product Managers and Sales.
- Help to determine actions needed for agent rehabilitation
- Serve as a contact for Commercial Vehicle agents.
Minimum Skills and Competencies:
- Bachelor’s Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience
- 1 year of commercial underwriting experience
- Ability to establish and maintain agency relationships, identify profitable opportunities, and able to assist in leveraging business opportunities for other divisions
- Professional phone etiquette and interpersonal skills
- Effective leadership and diplomacy skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills
- Negotiation and sales skills
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and timeliness in order to meet customer service expectations
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment meeting aggressive business deadlines
- Ability and desire to learn and effectively use computer based underwriting systems to manage workflow
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates in Central Time zone preferred
- 2+ years insurance underwriting experience in Commercial lines
- Willingness to pursue Insurance professional designations such as IIC, CPCU, AU, and/or ARM
- Thorough knowledge of the Policy Processing systems.
- Ability to effectively prioritize
- Multi-tasking abilities
- In-depth business knowledge
- Effective problem solving skills
- Ability to cultivate cross-functional relationships
Education & Experience (in lieu)
• In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
#LI-JV1
Compensation
Base compensation offered for this role is $50,700.00 – $78,570.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e. commission, bonus, etc.) as applicable for the role.
At National General, great things happen when our people work together. That’s why when you join our team, we make sure it isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.
Companies & Partners
Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.
Benefits
National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
Health
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
Retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
Work-life balance
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
Career development
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits visit our benefits page
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