What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriter position at NSM Insurance Group, LLC?
Overview
At Novacore, we’re entering an exciting new chapter. Novacore is the newly formed specialty insurance entity created from the April 2025 sale of NSM Insurance Group’s U.S. commercial division. While we carry forward a 35-year legacy of deep industry expertise, we’re transforming what commercial insurance can be. The name Novacore reflects our ambition — nova for new and brilliant, core for strength and purpose. We’re building something bold and meaningful, and every team member plays a vital role in that mission.
With more than $1.3 billion in premium across 15 specialty insurance programs, we’re transforming the commercial insurance experience — delivering exceptional value to our agent partners and customers through smarter, faster and more collaborative ways of doing business. We specialize in tailored Property & Casualty and Accident & Health insurance solutions for niche industries, powered by advanced analytics, modern technology and a commitment to innovation at every level. Backed by strong leadership and a fresh vision, we’re bringing together the best of our past with bold new ideas to shape the future of specialty insurance.
With a renewed focus, Novacore is positioned to grow and expand through strategic mergers and acquisitions — and to lead the way in the commercial insurance space.
But it’s not just about what we do — it’s about how we do it, and who we do it with. Named a Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplace based on employee feedback, Novacore is a place where people come to thrive. From day one, you’ll experience strong mentorship, hands-on learning and a clear path for upward mobility. You’ll grow your skills, expand your expertise and become even more exceptional — because when you succeed, we all do.
Our team isn’t just talented — they’re supernovas: bold thinkers, problem solvers and catalysts for real change in the insurance industry. Take your career to the next level with a team that’s redefining what’s possible.
Join Novacore and shine bright — your next stellar chapter starts here.
As an Underwriter, you will be responsible for daily contact with agents within the P&C marketplace, discussing risks, negotiating on pricing, coverage, acceptability and providing/requesting information. In this position, you will communicate with marketing representatives responding to inquiries regarding service, risk evaluation, questions on procedures, rates, premium evaluation, and service.
**This is a hybrid position, 2-3 days onsite at the Conshohocken, PA Home Office.
Responsibilities
- Generate, underwrite and analyze accounts.
- Risk selection by qualifying leads and identifying target market.
- Communicate with brokers for new and renewal business.
- Price and issue multiple quotes within selected markets.
- Develop and maintain strong broker relationships, including visitation.
- Thorough documentation of underwriting files.
- Monitor claim activity and reporting.
- Work closely with leaders in negotiation and handling of larger accounts.
- Prepare thorough and succinct referrals to leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of commercial property & casualty underwriting experience.
- Bachelor's degree in risk management or related field, preferred.
- Multi-line P&C background.
- Ability to develop and foster carrier and broker relationships.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Aptitude to negotiate, influence and close deals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- P&C license required, or to be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
- About 25% travel required in this role.
