Commercial Lines Underwriter (Prairie location)

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Requirements:

• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills to complete assignments efficiently and within structured timelines.
• An eye for detail to handle new business quotations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Positive, driven, and disciplined attitude with a solutions focus.
• Self-motivated to meet competitive individual and team-related targets.
• Strong independent work ethic.
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment & collaborate with teammates.
• Strong written language, and professional communication skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to change.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Level 1 - General Insurance license (or the ability to obtain within a certain time frame).
• CAIB, CIP, CRM, FCIP or working towards a finalizing a designation is preferred.
• 7+ Years Commercial Underwriting experience. Additional consideration given to candidates with prior MGA experience.

Responsibilities:

• Review & apply pricing, terms & conditions to new & renewal business.
• Maintain & grow the existing book of business.
• Establish & strengthen relationships with retail producing brokers by encouraging additional submission inflow.
• Provide feedback & market intelligence to the Prairie team.
• Develop broker relationships by attending broker meetings, conventions & functions.
• Potential to participate in discussions with markets & add commentary on specific programs.
• Discuss new product development opportunities.