Senior Underwriter/Underwriting Specialist, Environmental (Retail)

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. Because, at Markel, the work you do gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities. Whether you’re wild about horses, bananas for boats or driven by data, you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! The primary purpose of this position is to underwrite new business and renewals in a profitable manner and according to authority level and established guidelines, and participate in special projects having an impact on the business. Assigned larger and more important agents/brokers. Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges. Understand state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within each state. Knowledgeable in coverage forms and policy language; appropriate utilization of forms and exclusions. Assist with resolving premium audit disputes within assigned agents/brokers. Able to provide coaching to others.

Able to create tactical sales plans; track results and execute necessary corrective action. Accountable for accurate underwriting documentation/information in account management systems and adherence to documentation standards Meets or exceeds new business and renewal underwriting production goals while maintaining quality of business. Able to find different approaches towards risks to maximize profitability and increase renewal retention rates. Manages assigned underwriting territory, including management of agents and travel to agent offices. Provides excellent customer service.  Able to capture new business opportunities and effectively cross selling.  Consults, as needed, with agents/brokers to obtain further information, quote rates, or explain underwriting guidelines. Reviews complex policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority. Prices and quote accounts within company guidelines. Determines whether to accept, modify, or decline risks   Qualifications: Minimum 3-5+ years current environmental and energy underwriting experience for the following products (GL, Contractor’s Pollution, Site Pollution, Professional, supported and unsupported excess) Demonstrated technical knowledge and skills reflective of progression of positions of increasing responsibility. Demonstrated marketing and relationship building skills. Four year college degree preferred. Technologically fluent; proficient in Word, Outlook, & Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills. Must be a team player that enjoys a flexible and spontaneous business environment. Up to 25% travel. US Work Authorization US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Pay information: The salary range for the Sr. Underwriter position is $87,100 - $181,400/year and the Underwriting Specialist position is $97,950 - $204,100/year. The posted salary range reflects the lowest and highest base salary applicable to this role across our U.S. locations. Individual offers are