Personal Lines Binding Production Underwriter

Job Description

Personal Lines Production Binding Underwriter

Job Summary

Seeking experienced and driven Personal Lines Production Binding Underwriters to join a growing team. This role is focused on new business production and offers the opportunity to build and grow a book of business from the ground up. Ideal candidates will have strong marketing capabilities, proven sales ability, and the ambition to succeed in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

Compensation Package

• Base Salary: $80,000 – $105,000 (up to $115,000 for candidates with a significant book of business and strong relationships)
• Bonus Structure: Commission eligibility begins once revenue generation reaches 2x the base salary and covers support staff costs.
• Equity Participation: Opportunity for future equity participation in a privately held company.
• Benefits:
• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
• Employer-paid continuing education and professional designation support
• Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to drive new business and renewals, including in-person visits, telemarketing, and targeted campaigns.
• Evaluate, classify, and rate risks to determine acceptability, coverage terms, and pricing.
• Submit underwriting referrals to brokerage facilities and internal leadership as needed.
• Monitor key performance metrics (hit ratio, retention, premium growth, loss ratio) and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Mentor and train Assistant Underwriters to support team development.
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of multi-line underwriting experience (E&S experience preferred).
• Skills:
• Strong sales, marketing, and overall business acumen.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Licensure: Active insurance license required; CPCU, CIC, or similar designations preferred.
• Preferred Backgrounds:
• Wholesale binding underwriters with an existing book of business and transferable retail relationships.
• Associate, marketing, or inside underwriters ready to transition into a production role.
• Former personal lines binding underwriters seeking to return to wholesale.
• Top-performing retail production underwriters with proven sales ability.