Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Underwriting Underwriting New Business Development Cross-Functional Collaboration Carrier Management Underwriting Online Communication Organizational Structure

Other Skills

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Relationship Management
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Non-Verbal Communication
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Accountability
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Team Leadership
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Adaptability
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Time Management
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Detail Oriented
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

3+ years of experience in wholesale underwriting or production with a proven record of success in E&S (Excess & Surplus)
Active home state general and surplus lines licenses
Producer mindset with ability to sell, build relationships, and close deals
Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can generate quotes and service policies quickly without sacrificing quality

Requirements:

Drive growth by bringing in new business and expanding our carrier footprint through smart, strategic appointments and strong producer relationships
Own outcomes by navigating the quote-bind-issue lifecycle from start to finish, ensuring fast, accurate turnaround on every deal
Build and evolve QuoteWell’s wholesale capabilities, especially within binding authority lines, to drive efficiency and scale as we grow
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Operations to design and implement tools that make underwriting in surplus lines smoother and smarter

QuoteWell

About QuoteWell

QuoteWell is a tech-driven wholesale broker delivering a responsive and transparent experience. We are utilizing technology in our submission and marketing processes, which empowers best-in-class in-house brokers to efficiently find and place the risk while allowing retail agents to reduce repetition and not waste time or effort. An example of such technology is our appetite-driven triage backed by artificial intelligence. This intelligent appetite enables QuoteWell's in-house brokers and retail agents to scan carrier appetite data to determine the best market to place the underlying risk. QuoteWell's collaborative tooling reduces the friction typically associated with wholesale brokers, providing retail agents unparalleled responsiveness and transparency. With this data and tooling, QuoteWell can service the best "submit:bind" ratios across the industry and be a differentiated technology and distribution partner to retail agents and carriers alike. QuoteWell is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and has raised over $20M from VCs, including NEA, Goldcrest, and Floating Point. All insurance products are offered by QuoteWell Insurance Services, LLC, NPN #20585132.

Company type: Startup

Founded: 2018

Company size: 11 - 50

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Job description

The Role

QuoteWell is seeking a commercial Underwriter to join our team and help shape the next phase of our growth. We’re looking for a dynamic leader who understands the industry’s challenges and is motivated to build smarter, more innovative solutions. With a flat structure and unlimited opportunity for advancement, QuoteWell offers the chance to grow a practice without traditional constraints.

What you’ll do

Drive growth. Bring in new business and expand our carrier footprint through smart, strategic appointments and strong producer relationships.
Own outcomes. Navigate the quote-bind-issue lifecycle from start to finish, ensuring fast, accurate turnaround on every deal.
Operate like an owner. Build and evolve QuoteWell’s wholesale capabilities, especially within binding authority lines, driving efficiency and scale as we grow.
Work across teams. Partner with Engineering, Product, and Operations to design and implement tools that make underwriting in surplus lines smoother and smarter.

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in a wholesale underwriting or production role, with a strong record of success in E&S.
Active home state general and surplus lines licenses
Producer mindset. You know how to sell, build relationships, and close deals.
Fast-paced execution. You thrive in a high-volume environment and can generate quotes and service policies at speed without sacrificing quality.
Clear communicator. You write crisply, speak clearly, and can adapt your tone to agents, carriers, and teammates.
Organized and accountable. You juggle multiple priorities, track every detail, and don’t drop the ball.
Problem-solver. When something breaks, you figure it out. When something’s missing, you build it.
Team-first attitude. You roll up your sleeves, help your teammates, and celebrate shared wins.
A valid driver’s license and openness to occasional travel.

Location

This is a remote position. Preference will be given to candidates located in the following target regions:

West (CA, UT, AZ, and CO)
Midwest (IL, MN, and OH)
Southeast (GA, SC, NC, and FL)

What we offer our full-time employees

Competitive salaries + equity in the company
Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare benefits + FSA and HSA options
Flexible vacation policy to recharge and live life
Paid membership to One Medical for employees, spouses / domestic partners, and dependents
Company-sponsored 401K plan (Roth & Traditional)
Paid parental leave, generous family forming benefits and up to $5,000 of reimbursements through Carrot
Up to $1,000 in home office reimbursements to build a productive space to work remotely
An opportunity to work on solutions that are redefining the future of commercial insurance
A culture driven by a focus on impact, a shared growth mindset, empowered individuals, and integrity