Risk Placement Services, Inc.
Field Underwriter
Risk Placement Services, Inc., East Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48823
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Risk Placement Services, Inc. Overview Risk Placement Services is one of the nation’s largest specialty insurance products distributors. We work with top-rated carriers to design comprehensive coverage for our clients. Our employees are fueled by a culture built around teamwork, creativity and responsiveness. As a Group Fund Field Underwriter, you’ll be on an underwriting team that manages both the workers’ compensation renewal and new business underwriting. This includes managing incoming applications from a network of independent insurance agents, researching business operations and determining eligibility within underwriting guidelines. The position involves traveling to meet with agents appointed to represent the SIG programs, presentations to prospective clients and attending trade association events with industry partners. The position interacts regularly with SIG members, prospective members, sales producers, third party claim administrators, excess insurance carriers, loss control engineers and industry trade associations. A successful candidate will excel in establishing strong relationships while utilizing data to apply underwriting standards. The goal of this role is to maintain underwriting profitability while generating new business and growth opportunities. Responsibilities Apply proper processes and procedures for underwriting new and existing business Develop relationships with sales producers through superior customer service and a high level of expertise specific to workers’ compensation Monitor and respond to client needs related to loss control, claims management, payroll audits, underwriting and producer relations Be accountable for company service and production goals About You Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently Excellent communication in areas of presenting and conveying data Analytical capabilities, including interpreting data and developing underwriting strategies Strong level of accountability for ensuring processes are followed and deadlines met Team oriented with willingness to serve various roles when needed Strong customer service and focus on continuous improvement Minimum 4 years working in commercial insurance; background in Work Comp a plus Functional knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point Ability to visit Agencies and attend related events, a minimum 30% of the time; in-state day trips Additional insurance industry certifications and designations are a plus Compensation And Benefits We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we offer a wide range of benefits. Minimum core benefits you’ll get (depending on job level): Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more... Inclusion and diversity We value inclusion and diversity. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on protected characteristics by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Finance and Sales | Industries: Insurance
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Field Underwriter
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Risk Placement Services, Inc. Overview Risk Placement Services is one of the nation’s largest specialty insurance products distributors. We work with top-rated carriers to design comprehensive coverage for our clients. Our employees are fueled by a culture built around teamwork, creativity and responsiveness. As a Group Fund Field Underwriter, you’ll be on an underwriting team that manages both the workers’ compensation renewal and new business underwriting. This includes managing incoming applications from a network of independent insurance agents, researching business operations and determining eligibility within underwriting guidelines. The position involves traveling to meet with agents appointed to represent the SIG programs, presentations to prospective clients and attending trade association events with industry partners. The position interacts regularly with SIG members, prospective members, sales producers, third party claim administrators, excess insurance carriers, loss control engineers and industry trade associations. A successful candidate will excel in establishing strong relationships while utilizing data to apply underwriting standards. The goal of this role is to maintain underwriting profitability while generating new business and growth opportunities. Responsibilities Apply proper processes and procedures for underwriting new and existing business Develop relationships with sales producers through superior customer service and a high level of expertise specific to workers’ compensation Monitor and respond to client needs related to loss control, claims management, payroll audits, underwriting and producer relations Be accountable for company service and production goals About You Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently Excellent communication in areas of presenting and conveying data Analytical capabilities, including interpreting data and developing underwriting strategies Strong level of accountability for ensuring processes are followed and deadlines met Team oriented with willingness to serve various roles when needed Strong customer service and focus on continuous improvement Minimum 4 years working in commercial insurance; background in Work Comp a plus Functional knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point Ability to visit Agencies and attend related events, a minimum 30% of the time; in-state day trips Additional insurance industry certifications and designations are a plus Compensation And Benefits We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we offer a wide range of benefits. Minimum core benefits you’ll get (depending on job level): Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one Life and accident insurance 401(K) and Roth options Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA) Educational expense reimbursement Paid parental leave Other benefits include: Digital mental health services (Talkspace) Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function) Training programs Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing Charitable matching gift program And more... Inclusion and diversity We value inclusion and diversity. Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on protected characteristics by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Finance and Sales | Industries: Insurance
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