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Great American Insurance Company

Specialized commercial property and casualty insurer

Underwriting Specialist

UnderwritingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-time$70.7k - $94.6k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Generally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field.
  • Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation is preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), or Associate of Risk Management (ARM).
  • Work is performed under general supervision and technical direction; familiarity with moderately complex concepts, practices, and procedures is required.
  • Ability to work with authority on assignments of moderate technical complexity and maintain strong knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations.
  • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, negotiation and decision-making ability, and interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Occasional travel is required.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and underwrite new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.
  • Analyze risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.
  • Collaborate with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.
  • Order and review additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and outside inspections, to inform decisions.
  • Ensure proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.
  • Evaluate existing policies for potential renewal or modification.
  • Communicate underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.
  • Develop and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external customers and coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.
  • Interpret, explain, and market products and services.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), or Associate of Risk Management (ARM).

About the Company

Great American Insurance Company

Specialized commercial property and casualty insurer

Great American Insurance Company is part of American Financial Group and focuses on property and casualty insurance for businesses. It offers specialty commercial insurance products through the Great American Insurance Group, targeting niche markets with tailored coverage. The product works by underwriting insurance policies that transfer specific business risks to the insurer in exchange for premiums, backed by risk management practices and claims handling. The company differentiates itself by concentrating on specialized, non-standard commercial lines rather than broad consumer or mass-market coverage, and by combining underwriting discipline with an invested portfolio to support results. Its goal is to provide targeted insurance solutions to businesses and manage risk and capital to generate stable financial returns.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
Founded
1872

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