Workers' Compensation Production Underwriter - Southern California

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group’s member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 35 specialty property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

For over 50 years, Republic Indemnity has been a trusted partner for businesses across the western U.S., helping them effectively manage their workers' compensation costs. Our headquarters in Calabasas, California, along with additional offices in San Francisco and San Diego, serve as hubs for our operations. We specialize in workers' compensation primarily in California, with business presence in Alaska, Arizona, Nevada, and other western states.

Republic Indemnity

Our Vision: Clear Paths to Success

At Republic, we believe in creating clear pathways for everyone - whether it's a broker, policyholder, injured worker, or colleague. We're committed to helping people reach their goals and achieve success. If you share this vision, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us: the role of Production Underwriter.

This position is full-time remote with expectation of travel in your related territory. Candidates must reside in Southern California such as Los Angeles, San Diego, and other surrounding areas.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.

• Analyzes risk information to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.

• Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details.

• Orders additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions.

• Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.

• Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification.

• Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.

• Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.

• Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers in order to attract and retain profitable business.

• Interprets, explains, and markets products and services.

• Develops and executes marketing strategies to promote the Company’s products to brokers and agents.

• Monitors market trends and competition to identify opportunities for product enhancements and marketing strategies.

• Organizes and participates in marketing initiatives, including presentations, industry events, and broker/agent meetings to showcase products and services.

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.

• Experience: Generally, a minimum of 6 months of underwriting California Workers’ Compensation. Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation.

Scope of Job/Qualifications: Performs work under moderate supervision and technical direction. Familiar with basic concepts, practices and procedures. Works with authority on assignments of low to moderate technical complexity. Develops and maintains knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Strong negotiation and decision-making ability. Familiarity with digital marketing strategies and tools is beneficial. Position requires occasional travel.

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Compensation varies by role, position level, and location. Individual pay is influenced by skills, education, training, certifications, experience, and the role's scope and complexity, along with business needs.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave/adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. These benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees.

Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process.