Senior Underwriter

2 days ago


Overland Park, United States IAT Insurance Group Full time
AT Insurance Group, TransGuard has an immediate opening for an underwriter to join our Moving and storage Underwriting team. The TransGuard Insurance Company has long been a leader in this space.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of multi-line P&C risk experience managing and growing a book, with some focused on commercial transportation, inland marine, or a similar line of business.

This position can work from IAT’s Alpharetta, GA, Raleigh, NC, Overland Park, KS, or Scottsdale, AZ location. For the right candidate, other IAT locations can be considered. The hybrid schedule reflects our values (thinking and acting like an owner, collaboration, and teamwork) as it requires working from the office with colleagues and other disciplines Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working remotely on Thursday and Friday. Occasional travel is required.

Responsibilities: Evaluates information to determine risk acceptability in accordance with company guidelines. Makes appropriate decisions based on evaluation of underwriting information. Prices risks per company standards. Effectively communicates and negotiates underwriting and pricing decisions to achieve optimal outcomes. Documents decisions in accordance with regulatory standards. Acts with a sense of urgency on all inquiries/requests. Provides outstanding customer service. Builds effective working relationships with assigned agency personnel as well as internal company staff. Drives acceptable levels of new business opportunities through effective marketing to assigned agents. Effectively communicates with assigned agents the appropriate level of information to ensure understanding of company direction. Completes file audits within company guidelines to ensure compliance to underwriting and pricing standards where agents are delegated underwriting authority. Attends agency conferences and conducts seminars and breakout sessions. Participates and leads special projects as assigned. Handles moderate number of agency assignments. Participates in annual planning meetings with assigned agents. Participates in quarterly stewardship meetings with key agents. Participates in annual customer stewardship meetings. Underwrites a moderate book of business with a moderate to complex risk profile. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Must Haves:
Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience or equivalent is required. Equivalent experience is defined as a minimum of nine or more years of commercial insurance underwriting-related experience. Experience specializing in underwriting of moving and storage is preferred. Experience writing in the following lines of business is preferred: Commercial Auto, General Liability, Inland Marine, Property, Crime, Umbrella, and Worker’s Comp. Thorough knowledge of the insurance industry. Excellent knowledge and application of negotiation technics to day-to-day interactions with agents and customers to achieve optimal outcomes. Excellent knowledge of pricing technics to achieve company objectives. Excellent knowledge of complex coverage features such as large deductibles and their impact on coverage and pricing. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent MS Office computer skills. Ability to appropriately utilize loss control to minimize risk to the company. Ability to understand reinsurance and company’s approach. Ability to make appropriate underwriting decisions for risks within a limited range of context and situations. Ability to understand loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts in underwriting and pricing risks. Ability to make individual account decisions that maximize the performance of the entire portfolio. 10% Travel Required. Preferred to Have: Master’s degree preferred.
Our Culture
IAT is the largest private, family- owned property and casualty insurer in the   Insurance Answers Together  is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers. It’s about far more than being a workplace.

At IAT, our fundamental belief is to a create a culture where all employees are heard and have a sense of belonging. Inclusion and Diversity are not just initiatives, it’s how we live. We’re committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture. By embracing the uniqueness of our employees, investing in their development, listening to, and engaging their ideas, we are stronger as an organization. .Our employees propel IAT forward – driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That’s why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We offer comprehensive benefits like: 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off Healthcare and Wellness Programs Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Discretionary Retirement Contribution College Loan Assistance Support Plan Educational Assistance Program Mentorship Program Dress for Your Day Policy
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

IAT Recruiter:
Steve Morley | Senior Recruiter 


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