Underwriting Trainee

Selective Insurance is a leading property and casualty insurance company with a strong history of financial performance. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, and different points of view.

We are seeking an Underwriting Trainee to join our team. As an Underwriting Trainee, you will learn to underwrite renewal business, administer and monitor underwriting rules and guidelines, and review an agent's book of business.

• Develop proficiency in insurance theories and practices
• Develop expertise in analyzing customer needs
• Learn how to negotiate price, coverage, and terms for renewals
• Deliver and present renewal proposals to agency personnel
• Build relationships with agents through agency visitation, phone conversations, and written correspondence
• Collaborate with underwriters, claims, and marketing in an effort to learn business and processes
• Demonstrate an aptitude for analyzing and interpreting underwriting information
• Analyze data to determine coverage and line of business upsells
• Participate with Corporate Group projects as assigned

• May be required to travel to agent's office, attend Safety Management surveys, Premium Audit, and Claim reviews
• Must have a valid state-issued driver's license in good standing
• Demonstrated self-starter
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers/peers
• Must show sound, balanced, and timely decision-making skills
• Achieve AINS and AU insurance designation within 18 months of accepting position
• Must be willing to travel

Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We respect and value every individual's unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view, and experiences.