Executive Underwriter - Fidelity and Crime

Crum & Forster

$85K — $162K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Illinois, US
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 7+ years of Crime & Fidelity underwriting experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and analytical skills.
  • Proficient in relevant software applications.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Possesses industry-specific underwriting designations.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze underwriting data to maintain profitability for the Crime & Fidelity portfolio.
  • Make independent underwriting decisions and maintain documentation.
  • Develop annual business goals for agency partners and track results.
  • Monitor market trends and emerging threats to the department.
  • Articulate the department's value proposition effectively.
  • Assist in strategic planning activities for the department.
  • Participate in training initiatives and additional projects as needed.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Generous 401K employer match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
  • Generous Paid Time Off.
  • Comprehensive wellness programs focusing on physical and mental health.
  • Support for ongoing education, including tuition reimbursement and professional training.
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
  • Opportunities for community engagement and social responsibility initiatives.
Full Job Description

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C&F27s Commercial Lines division delivers specialized insurance solutions for mid-sized and large businesses across a broad range of commercial exposures, management liabilities, and industry segments.

Our portfolio includes tailored coverage solutions for General Liability, Commercial Auto, Workers27 Compensation, Property, and Excess Liability, as well as Financial Lines products such as Management Liability, Professional Liability, Cyber, Crime, and Fidelity.

With more than 700 employees across the United States, Commercial Lines combines deep underwriting expertise, disciplined risk selection, and the strength of C&F27s national platform. We work closely with our customers and distribution partners to provide responsive service, thoughtful risk solutions, and the confidence to navigate complex business challenges.

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Executive Underwriter Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable Crime & Fidelity book of business within the Chicago territory under minimal supervision. Manages agency relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities. Actively contributes as a technical expert in both underwriting activities and industry knowledge. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve departmental goals.

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Minimum

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Meet profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the department.
  • Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintains proper file documentation.
  • Assist in developing annual business goals for assigned agents/producers. Responsible for analyzing results and maintaining accountability of agency partners within the department.
  • Maintains awareness of market trends and identifies emerging threats to the department.
  • Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services.
  • Can clearly articulate the department27s value proposition.
  • May provide input into the development of strategic annual department planning activities.
  • Participates in training and initiatives. May participate in projects.
  • Travel required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Recommended Education & Requirements

Bachelor27s degree and 7+ years of Crime & Fidelity underwriting experience preferred.

Possesses strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage a significant renewal book.

Proficient in software needed to succeed in department.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Possesses underwriting and industry designations applicable to area of specialization.

What C&F will bring to you

At C&F you will BELONG

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  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Generous 401K employer match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
  • Generous Paid Time Off.
  • Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family27s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
  • A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
  • A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
  • A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.

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