Commercial Underwriter

PROFILE

Commercial Underwriting – Multi Line Commercial Underwriter with small to

middle market expertise, underwriting workers compensation, property, general liability, auto, umbrella, inland marine and crime. Agent relationships include the Tri-State and Mid-Atlantic Regions. Background underwriting various classes of business. Skill sets include evaluating, negotiating, placing, maintaining and growing business. Expertise in managing agency books.

Training Manager - Developed and conducted training for Small Business Department.

Identified on-going development needs, designed and conducted training sessions.

Quality Control - Developed and headed company wide Quality Development Program.

Skills: Underwriting, time management, organization, problem solving, negotiation, sales, training abilities, motivation, public speaking, team leader, computer programs.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

State Auto Insurance - 2007 – Present

Middle Market Commercial Lines Underwriting Technician II

* Conduct preliminary account review of all new business.

* Secure underwriting information in accordance with guidelines.

* Responsible for underwriting commercial multi line property and casualty

accounts(workers compensation, general liability, property, auto, umbrella).

Premium range from 20K-100K+. Underwrite broad based classes of business.

* Process all new business, renewals, endorsements, cancellations.

* Meet departmental goals, service standards and objectives.

* Stay current on industry changes through education, courses, bulletins,

publications and seminars.

Additional Office Title- Administrative Assistant / Office Manager

* Handles correspondence

* Billing/accounts payable, accounts receivable

* Supply orders

* Completion of expense reports

* Travel arrangements

* Event planning

* Participate in special projects as instructed by management.

St. Paul - 1986 – 2006

Commercial Lines Underwriter

* Manage 230 agencies estimated book value over $50,000,000

Developed and maintained relationships with independent agencies.

* Provided excellent client service to deepen relationships and enhance sales

opportunities.

* Line of business handled - Property & Ge, Business Auto, Inland Marine,

Crime, Workman’s Compensation and Umbrella.

* Account premiums handled - $500 to $250,000.

* Territories handled: Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York,

DC, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio,

Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan & California.

* Evaluate, negotiate and place new business.

* Underwrite, review and take actions where needed on renewal book of business.

* Resolve discrepancies concerning accounts, clients or agencies.

* Complete correspondence, documents, analysis and reports.

* Research current laws, standards and market flow.

* Facilitate and participate in meetings and events.

* Develop, coordinate and conduct training activities and classes.

* Market products to agents.

* Manage support team up to 20 people.

* Participated in interviewing and hiring for the Small Business Department

Training Manager

* Developed training program for Small Business department.

* Trained all newly hired employees.

* Identified on-going training needs and set up training sessions.

* Coordinated with Product development concerning new products.

Quality Control Coordinator

* Developed company-wide quality control program.

* Headed up quality control for Small Business Department

EDUCATION

* Professional Designation - AIC and AU

* Towson University. Essex Community College

* Business courses - Time Management, Training Techniques, Business Management,

Training Facilitator, Motivation & Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Sign Language,

Typing and Computer Courses (excel, word, power-point, and various work related

systems)

** References provided upon request **

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