Commercial Lines Underwriter

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $30.00 - $45.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k)
flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
remote work
Professional Development
Retirement Plan

Job Description

WAHVE is a pioneering company committed to transforming the traditional approach to retirement by allowing experienced insurance professionals to phase into retirement through remote work opportunities. With a strong emphasis on valuing significant insurance experience, WAHVE empowers qualified candidates to continue utilizing their expertise in a flexible, work-from-home environment. This innovative platform enables individuals to retire from the office but not from work, providing real work-life balance and autonomy over their schedules. The company offers both full-time and part-time roles, ensuring that professionals can choose a commitment level that suits their lifestyle and career goals. Working with WAHVE means being part of a welcoming workplace community characterized by friendly, professional leadership and a culture dedicated to exceptional customer service and preservation of industry knowledge.

The role currently available is the Commercial Lines Underwriter or Associate Underwriter position. These roles serve clients within the insurance carrier, Managing General Agent (MGA), and wholesale broker sectors, primarily across various Property and Casualty lines of business. This includes sectors such as General Liability, Professional and Management Liability, Property, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Auto, Umbrella, Cyber, Farm and Agriculture, Inland Marine, Surety Bond, and Excess and Surplus lines. The position demands robust underwriting skills, keen risk assessment capabilities, and the ability to manage a portfolio that balances new and renewal business. Underwriters at WAHVE are expected to make critical decisions regarding risk acceptability, coverage options, and pricing strategies while maintaining strong relationships with producers, brokers, and reinsurers. This role offers a long-term, remote work arrangement with competitive pay ranging from $30.00 to $45.00 per hour and includes company benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) with matching, and flexible schedules. The environment and company values ensure that underwriting professionals not only contribute their expertise but also benefit from reduced stress by eliminating office commutes and allowing for a tailored workload in a virtual team setting.

Job Requirements

  • 25 years of full-time work experience
  • 10 most recent years of Commercial Lines Property and Casualty insurance experience
  • ability to work independently in a remote setting
  • strong attention to detail
  • excellent decision-making skills
  • effective communication skills
  • reliable internet connection and suitable home workspace

Job Qualifications

  • 25 years of full-time work experience
  • 10 most recent years of Commercial Lines Property and Casualty insurance experience
  • strong analytical skills
  • excellent communication and relationship management skills
  • knowledge of Commercial Lines underwriting principles and practices
  • proficiency in relevant insurance software and tools

Job Duties

  • Conduct accurate and thorough risk selection with proper classification of insureds
  • make critical underwriting decisions on risk acceptability, coverage alternatives, and pricing
  • manage a portfolio of new and renewal business with focus on book management
  • develop and maintain superior relationships with producers, brokers, and reinsurers
  • maintain accurate file documentation in accordance with company guidelines
  • achieve acceptable underwriting profit levels within assigned book of business

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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