Underwriter

Obie•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Obie is looking for an innovative, bright and hard-working individual to join our underwriting team to help us accomplish our mission of combining insurance know-how and innovative technology to bring bottom line success for the programs in which we manage. Those successful in this role will have property underwriting experience within P&C insurance. Additionally, you’ll be self-motivated and directed. An ability to collaborate is a must, but you will be autonomous and expected to succeed without heavy direction.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in P&C property underwriting
Detail orientation in everything you do: there is a lot of customer and policy information flying by you – having a keen eye here is essential
Strong analytical skills in assessing P&L within a book of business
Property inspection underwriting experience
Experience and comfort using a variety of tools from Excel and G-Suite to policy management systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to problem solve, answer questions, and leave a positive impression
Fearlessness and adaptability in a fast-moving, ever changing environment and ability to work on multiple tasks at once
Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage time effectively

Responsibilities

Facilitate underwriting processes to maintain the profitability and integrity of the book of business
Ensure your assigned territory is performing profitably by monitoring relevant KPI’s; reacting to indicators where necessary and propose solutions as needed
Use your in-depth knowledge to find procedural efficiencies to continually evolve our best practices
Collaborate with TPAs to help manage & monitor post loss activity
Maintain the existing culture predicated on motivation and positive reinforcement while upholding a standard of accountability to self, team and company