What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriter - Trucking Division position at Great American Insurance Group?
Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
Great American’s Trucking Division has grown to be a leader in providing best-in-class truck insurance products to independent contractors. The Division is dedicated entirely to trucking. That means whomever you work with is only talking trucks. All day. Every day. Great American's Trucking Division provides the products and services needed by the long-haul trucking industry, particularly independent contractors/Owner-Operators, to get them back on the road faster.
https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/trucking
The Trucking Division is looking for an Underwriter to join their team. This individual will work from our headquarters in Cincinnati, OH. Training will be fully in person, with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule after training is completed.
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
Trucking
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
Great American’s Trucking Division has grown to be a leader in providing best-in-class truck insurance products to independent contractors. The Division is dedicated entirely to trucking. That means whomever you work with is only talking trucks. All day. Every day. Great American's Trucking Division provides the products and services needed by the long-haul trucking industry, particularly independent contractors/Owner-Operators, to get them back on the road faster.
https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/trucking
The Trucking Division is looking for an Underwriter to join their team. This individual will work from our headquarters in Cincinnati, OH. Training will be fully in person, with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule after training is completed.
Essential Job Functions And Responsibilities
- Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
- Analyzes risk information to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
- Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
- Orders additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.
- Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
- Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
- Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
- Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
- Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers in order to attract and retain profitable business.
- Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience: Generally, a minimum of 6 months of related insurance experience.
- Scope of Job/Qualifications: Performs work under moderate supervision and technical direction. Familiar with basic concepts, practices and procedures. Works with authority on assignments of low to moderate technical complexity. Develops and maintains knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Strong negotiation and decision-making ability. Position requires occasional travel.
Trucking
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
- Excludes seasonal employees and interns.