Associate Underwriter- Builder's Risk

At DUAL North America, our core values dictate how we live and work. We are a group with independence and people at its heart and we are a home for talent with a unique culture: the biggest small company in the world.

The focus on being a People First business has always been at the very heart of the Group; Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture and one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. And finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people to join the Group has been and will continue to be key.

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking a
Associate Underwriter- Builder's Risk

About the role:
DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an Associate Underwriter to join the Builder's Risk division. This is a hybrid role out of the Dallas, TX location.

Underwriting Authority:

•Initial risk triage, send to modeling and natural catastrophe analysis for each risk

•Policy Issuance review and correspondence

•Conduct inspection review and analysis resulting in appropriate issue identification, and process post inspection changes as necessary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•Assist Underwriters as requested

•Manage ordering, reviewing and follow up for inspection reports

•Process submissions by providing account triage for Underwriters

•Evaluate quality of general contractors

•Provide backup support for Underwriters when traveling in the market

•Gather, compile and file in IMS information required to quote and/or bind an account

•Generate, edit and send out a variety of correspondence on behalf of the Underwriters such as declination letters, quote follow ups and subjectivity reminders

•Demonstrates basic understanding of technical underwriting principles and risk underwriting characteristics

•Learn market dynamics, competitive landscape and product differences

•Provide customer service and underwriting support to help achieve premium goals

•Expected to develop business/personal relationships with producers

•Travel with an underwriter

•Other related clerical and administrative duties as assigned

•Fill in for other team members to ensure business continuity during peak periods and/or when team members are unavailable

•This position will work from one of Catalytic's offices

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•Bachelor's degree or 2 to 4 years insurance experience

•Working knowledge of insurance terminology

•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & proficiency in Agency Management System(s).

•Experience working in a "paperless" environment preferred

•Ability to follow policies and procedures

•Complete assigned tasks correctly, on time and able to learn quickly

•Self-motivated and demonstrate an attention to detail

•Be able to work independently for extended periods

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as a general understanding of business writing

•Must be able to work well in a small office environment and show a willingness to support the team, including general clerical and administrative tasks as needed

What we offer:
A career that you define. Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including medical, dental, vision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, unlimited/ flexible PTO, 401k with company match, paid volunteer days and more. We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community.

About DUAL NA:
DUAL is the leading underwriting organization in the US and part of an international insurance organization with operations in 45 countries across the world. DUAL offers commercial property, casualty, financial lines, and personal property insurance products underwritten through several specialized subsidiaries. Since 2013, we have grown to over 500 employees in 14 offices across the US, and we are continuing to grow. DUAL is committed to building a balanced business and contributing to a sustainable world. At DUAL, we believe our people are our greatest assets, espousing entrepreneurialism, and innovation in an environment where new insights are encouraged.

Our culture: People First
Our core values dictate how we live and work. We are a group with independence and people at its heart and we are a home for talent with a unique culture: the biggest small company in the world.

The focus on being a People First business has always been at the very heart of the Group; Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture and one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. And finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people to join the Group has been and will continue to be key.

EEO Statement:
We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect. DUAL North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DUAL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

What we offer:
A career that you define. Yes, we offer all the usual rewards and benefits - including medical, dental, vision, a wide variety of wellbeing offers, competitive salary, unlimited PTO, 401k with company match, paid volunteer days and more.

We provide an environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated, where people who want to have a real hand in our success thrive. We want people who want to make a difference - not just in the workplace, but in the industry and in the wider community.

EEO Statement:
We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect. DUAL North America provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. DUAL will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.