Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines

Job Description

At Amwins, we succeed together — and have a good time doing it.

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Launch your Sales and Underwriting Career with Amwins

At Amwins, we're not just developing underwriters — we're building elite sales professionals.

Our Underwriter Development Program (UDP) at Amwins Access is a 2.5-year intensive training track designed to fast-track your career as a Production Underwriter — a role that combines strategic sales with technical underwriting.

This role is not a traditional underwriting position — it is a highly sales-driven role where you will be measured on performance metrics, build and manage your own profitable book of business, and take ownership of sourcing and developing new opportunities to underwrite throughout the program.

If you're entrepreneurial, thrive in a competitive environment, and want a career where your effort drives your income, this is your runway.

Please note that this position will have two start dates: April & June 2027

Program Break Down

Phase 1: Underwriting, Technical & Sales Skills Training

Participate in cohort-based, instructor-led training sessions and case studies

Learn core underwriting concepts, risk evaluation, pricing, and policy structure

Apply training directly in the office through hands-on underwriting experience alongside a dedicated mentor

Quote new business and renewal accounts from retail agents

Assist with servicing existing accounts, including endorsements, renewals, and policy changes

Prospect for new retail agency relationships and business opportunities

Conduct cold calls and attend agency visits

Build and maintain relationships with retail agents and carrier partners

Gain experience presenting products, negotiating terms, and positioning solutions

Continue developing underwriting judgment while expanding external-facing responsibilities

Phase 2: Business Development, Provisional Year

Begin building and managing an individual book of business

Develop and retain a client base while driving new revenue

Strengthen long-term agency and carrier relationships

Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of accounts with increasing autonomy

Graduate from the program upon achieving established revenue targets

Phase 3: Post Graduation of Program (Production Underwriter)

Continue to grow and manage a personal book of business at Amwins

Prospect for new business by developing strong relationships with retail agents through both traditional and creative marketing strategies

Stay current on insurance company offerings and effectively leverage market opportunities to drive production

Identify and develop new business markets and/or lines of business using sales techniques rooted in trust and long term relationship building

Mentor, train, and develop new team members to support sustained growth and performance

Key Responsibilities:

Drive new revenue through relationship-based sales with retail agents.

Get real-world training in sales strategy, negotiation, and market development.

Analyze risk and underwrite accounts across Commercial Lines

Leverage exclusive carrier relationships and state-of-the-art technology

Travel to industry events, build your network, and learn from the best in the business.

Mentor and manage your own team after completing the program

What We're Looking For:

Recent graduates (Bachelor's preferred) with fewer than 3 years of work experience

Less than 12 months of insurance experience

Competitive, goal-oriented individuals with a desire to excel in sales

Strong communicators who love solving problems and building relationships

What You'll Get:

Structured development path with clear milestones

Dedicated mentorship and leadership support

Opportunity to build a long-term career at Amwins upon program graduation

Base salary with unlimited income opportunity upon program graduation

Full benefits from day 1

Access to exclusive insurance markets and powerful tech to help you win

At Amwins, we win together — and have a good time doing it.

Full-time