Job Description

TRU (Technical Risk Underwriters), a division of Ryan Specialty, is looking for a Senior Underwriter to join our team. We are a fast-paced, energetic, and rapidly growing organization that offers a great opportunity for someone interested in further developing their career. Ryan Specialty has been named one of America\xe2\x80\x99s Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek and has been named 2021 top Insurance Employer by Insurance Business America. You may work from any of the following locations: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador and/or the Yukon.

Position Summary:

TRU is the premier wood frame builders risk market in Canada and is able to deploy considerably more wood frame capacity on a single project than any other market in Canada.

The Underwriter will support new business growth and develop a disciplined underwriting approach, adhering to standards and best practices for MGU and ensuring assigned program underwriting results are consistent with established guidelines and profitable for both the company and carriers. The candidate will be a member of the MGA underwriting team focused on driving efficiency and providing service to a fast-growing company. This position will require the ability to handle a relatively high volume of transactions during the peak business cycles therefore it is essential that the candidate can multitask and work efficiently with a high degree of organizational skill.

Essential Functions:

• The solicitation, quoting, and binding of submissions in accordance with MGA Underwriting Managers guidelines specific to your Underwriting Letter of Authority granted by the team leader and/or Carrier.
• Complete documentation and management of all accounts assigned.
• Review work completed by Brokers for accuracy.
• Apply appropriate factors to rating basis/formulas provided.
• Marketing visits to assigned wholesale clients relevant to your book of business.
• Participate in underwriting meetings/educational seminars/continued education courses offered.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ underwriting experience is ideal with a minimum of 3 years in construction.
• Must obtain license within a designated time period, if not currently licensed if required.
• Demonstrated proficient technical underwriting expertise.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, decision making and negotiation skills.
• Strong business acumen and deep knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Self-directed Individual with initiative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Customer service skills: listening and understanding client business priorities.
• Strong relationship management skills.
• Ability to set priorities and meet challenging deadlines.
• Ability to manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Critical attention to detail.
• Proven track record of being a team player.
• May be required to have and maintain a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license.

Disclaimer

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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