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SENIOR ASSISTANT UNDERWRITER
Summary

Talented Senior Assistant Underwriter with 19 years' experience and specializing in commercial insurance underwriting. Strong statistical analysis, quoting and negotiating skills. Well versed in preparing insurance policies and terms to manage risk and mitigate loss. Seeking to bring talent and leadership to growing organization as a future underwriter.

Skills
Experience
Senior Assistant Underwriter | 03/2016 to Current
Berkley Human Services - Minneapolis, MN
  • Negotiated coverage, policy pricing and service delivery during meetings with customers, agents or brokers.
  • Worked with colleagues to review, accept or deny new and renewal business.
  • Conducted comprehensive analysis and evaluated risk to control underwriting loss.
  • Drafted loss control support documents by conducting Risk Control research and delivering it to Senior Underwriter.
  • Leveraged customers' history, industry and demographic information to calculate renewal rates.
  • Quickly remedied customer issues in office, via telephone and with email communication by responding to questions and inquiries within a timely manner.
  • Reviewed, classified, coded and rated applications to support the Underwriting department during busy periods.
  • Determined level of acceptable risk by reviewing applications for coverage and loss control reports.
  • Analyzed risk of loss related to catastrophe, possible loss or severity.
  • Evaluated accuracy and integrity of supplied information.
  • Inspected financial statements, credit information and title data to complete underwriting process.
  • Negotiated coverage, policy pricing, and service delivery with customers, agents and brokers.
  • Analyzed portfolio risks, including issues associated with underlying business practices and fraud exposure.
  • Updated account plans based on changing markets, customer conditions and competitor activity.
  • Introduced training program for Rating, Underwriters and Policy Services Team to increase new account signing flow and customer satisfaction.
  • Handled high-profile accounts worth over a million in premium, maintaining information and alerting clients of changes
  • Worked with colleagues to review and accept or deny new and renewal business.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including billing, rating and processing if needed.
  • Maintained updated Commercial Insurance knowledge through Continued Education Training, Underwriting Guidelines and 19 years of experienced.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new business opportunities.
Senior Account Associate | 02/2011 to 05/2014
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company - Minneapolis , MN
  • Estimated and quoted prices, credit and contract terms, warranties and delivery dates.
  • Reached out to accounts to measure customer satisfaction and increase revenue.
  • Reviewed accounts for delinquencies and other ongoing issues.
  • Researched and secured new accounts within assigned territory to increase sales and profitability.
  • Determined the cost and pricing of proposals and bids.
  • Collaborated with Underwriters to prepare and deliver New Business and Renewals.
  • Deepened relationships with account business by applying strong communication skills, excellent follow-through and industry knowledge.
  • Delivered exceptional account service to strengthen customer loyalty.
  • Attended company and industry events to network with potential customers and generate leads.
  • Communicated with clients via email, phone, online presentations, screen-share and in-person meetings.
  • Updated account plans based on changing markets, customer conditions and competitor activity.
Senior Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines | 06/2003 to 01/2011
Erickson-Larsen Inc. - Maple Grove , MN
  • Increased product knowledge and understanding of industry best practices through completion of continuous education.
  • Managed account territory with approximate value of over $1M.
  • Liaised with clients to aid in purchasing appropriate insurance products to protect commercial assets.
  • Resolved policy discrepancies quickly through meticulous research.
  • Cultivated professional relations to establish long-term profitable partnerships.
  • Examined claims, records and procedures to grant approval of coverage.
  • Utilized effective pricing structures to accomplish business objectives and meet customer expectations.
  • Stayed up to date on industry standards and underwriting guidelines.
  • Coached less experienced team members and offered subject matter expertise.
  • Evaluated new policy applications and renewal submissions to determine financial liabilities and company risk.
  • Review of Motor Vehicle Records to determine proper pricing.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including billing and endorsements.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Maintained updated Underwriter rules and procedures knowledge through Underwriting Guidelines, Continued education training and gaining experience through experienced underwriters.
Education and Training
North Hennepin Community College - Brooklyn Park, MN
Some College (No Degree)
General, Business & Marketing
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Berkley Human Services
  • Fireman's Fund Insurance Company
  • Erickson-Larsen Inc.

School Attended

  • North Hennepin Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Senior Assistant Underwriter
  • Senior Account Associate
  • Senior Underwriting Assistant, Commercial Lines

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)

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