Underwriter - Commercial Lines

At Gilsbar, our actions define us! With a rich history spanning over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to investing in our people and our business as a leading National Insurance provider. Our goal is to foster a collaborative work culture that empowers our employees to approach each client with proactive thinking, creativity, and foresight. We are driven by our passion to build enduring partnerships with both our employees and clients, ensuring mutual success and growth.

The top 3 reasons you should work at Gilsbar:

• Our commitment to work/life balance goes beyond just words - we invest in cutting-edge communication technology to empower our team members and ensure they have a positive balance between their work and personal life. At our company, we firmly believe that family always comes first. With our flexible work options, most positions qualify for hybrid work, allowing our team members to find the harmony they need.

• Your well-being matters to us, and we take it seriously. We understand the importance of taking care of your mental, physical, and financial health. That's why we provide a range of resources to support our team members in leading healthier lives. From lunchtime yoga and meditation sessions to reimbursements for gym memberships and races, we go above and beyond to promote your overall wellness. Because when you're at your best, you can achieve great things.

• Giving back is not just a value we preach; it's something we practice. We genuinely care about our community, and our employee-led stewardship committee ensures that our actions align with our words. We encourage and incentivize our team members to actively participate in initiatives that make a difference in our community. Together, we strive to create a culture of generosity that permeates throughout our organization.

Job Description

Are you a dynamic individual who loves taking on challenges and working with a team? Gilsbar is currently looking for an enthusiastic Underwriter to join our Commercial Lines Team. If you are passionate, resourceful, and determined to succeed, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Don't miss the chance to be a part of a team that fosters collaboration and provides opportunities for personal and professional development.

Job Duties:

• Reviews applications and provides quotations for coverage within acceptable expiration guidelines.

• Sends quotes to clients and follows up with the account coordinator until all documents needed to bind coverage are received. Follows up with carriers/brokers until the quotes are received.

• Reviews and approves quotes received.

• Responds to all client requests in a timely and professional manner.

• Follow up with broker/carrier in regard to client questions and renewal documentation.

• Submitting to carriers/brokers

• The ability to adhere to a work schedule and regularly attend work to meet client and Gilsbar production requirements.

• The ability to work in a high-paced office, call center environment.

• The ability to interact in a professional manner with coworkers, clients, and customers.

• The ability to focus on work and consistently perform tasks in compliance with Gilsbar and client policies and procedures.

• The ability to meet assigned deadlines.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

• 1-2 years of experience preferred, but not required.

• P&C License Required, Gilsbar will pay for certification and testing for the ideal candidate.

• General knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to adhere to a work schedule and work independently in a remote/hybrid setting.

• Proficient verbal and non-verbal communication skills; able to read and interpret documents and produce correspondences.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule (considered after training and job proficiency attainment)

• Employer-paid training and professional development, including education courses, certifications, and licenses.

• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits effective after 30 days of employment.

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability effective after 30 days of employment.

• 401k with company matching.

• Paid holiday, vacation, and personal time.

Gilsbar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This Job Description is a summary of the essential functions and tasks that will generally be expected of this position. Gilsbar reserves the right to change this Job Description without notice.