Job Description

Job Description

Transportation Production Underwriter

Job Summary

Seeking a highly motivated and experienced Transportation Production Underwriter to join a dynamic team. This role involves underwriting and managing a transportation-focused portfolio fostering strong relationships with wholesale brokers and driving profitable growth. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in commercial transportation underwriting a collaborative mindset and a passion for building long-term partnerships. This position offers a clear path for career advancement within a growing underwriting organization.

Compensation Package

• 3-5 years of transportation/business auto experience: $60000 - $100000 annually
• 10 years of transportation/business auto experience: Up to $150000 annually
• Competitive benefits package including health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

Underwriting & Portfolio Management

• Underwrite and manage a transportation-focused portfolio balancing profitability retention and service objectives.
• Evaluate renewals endorsements loss history operational exposures and account performance to determine appropriate coverage terms and pricing.
• Analyze commercial transportation risks including trucking fleet and commercial auto exposures.
• Manage an assigned book of business while producing new business opportunities.
• Maintain underwriting discipline and adhere to carrier guidelines and authority levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve account profitability retention and premium growth.

Broker Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with wholesale broker partners and select retail agencies.
• Serve as a trusted underwriting resource by providing responsive service and coverage guidance.
• Negotiate renewal terms conditions and pricing while maintaining strong distribution partner relationships.
• Collaborate with brokers to retain profitable business and identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Team Collaboration

• Partner with Program Managers senior underwriters and cross-functional teams to support portfolio performance and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to a positive team-oriented culture by sharing knowledge market insights and best practices.
• Support organizational growth initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Compliance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines carrier requirements regulatory standards and company policies.
• Maintain accurate underwriting documentation account records and file management.
• Utilize underwriting systems and technology platforms to efficiently manage workflows and underwriting activity.
• Monitor portfolio trends and renewal performance to support business planning and decision-making.

Qualifications/Requirements

Required:

• 5 years of commercial insurance underwriting experience including at least 3 years focused on transportation trucking or commercial auto risks.
• Experience underwriting renewal business and managing broker relationships within wholesale distribution channels.
• Knowledge of commercial transportation risks including non-admitted commercial auto fleet trucking hazmat and other specialized transportation exposures.
• Strong underwriting risk assessment analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Property & Casualty License required or ability to obtain within 45 days of hire.

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