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Great American’s Professional Liability Division offers both medical and non-medical service providers protection from claims alleging an act, error, or omission by the firm, its staff, or contractors working on its behalf. The Division recognizes that every industry has unique needs and develops customized coverage solutions for specific professional liability exposures. Their products include:
Medical Professional & Telehealth Liability
Accountants Professional Liability
Design Professionals Liability
Miscellaneous Professional Liability
Real Estate Professional Liability
Lawyers Professional Liability
https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/professional-liability
The Medical Professional & Telehealth Liability team is looking for an Underwriter to join its dynamic team. This position is fully remote and offers a unique opportunity to work on a blend of telehealth and miscellaneous medical (misc. med) professional liability risks. The successful candidate will be responsible for underwriting both small and complex risks, working closely with the hiring manager in a startup-like environment within a stable, established organization.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:Manage a diverse portfolio of miscellaneous medical and telehealth accounts, handling risk selection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability.
Balance high-volume, quick-turnaround accounts with more complex telehealth and tech-related accounts that require thoughtful, detail-oriented underwriting.
Analyze submissions, determine terms, and price business according to guidelines.
Assess risk quality and compliance, making recommendations on risks beyond authority.
Monitor premiums, costs, and claims ratios, taking corrective measures to ensure profitability.
Collaborate closely with the hiring manager to shape the product and contribute to the growth of this new product.
Actively contribute ideas and feedback to improve underwriting processes, coverage options, and product development.
Maintain high standards of customer service, fostering strong business relationships with brokers and stakeholders.
Participate in occasional travel for team events, conferences, and broker meetings.
Perform other assigned duties.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. MBA preferred but not required.
Generally, 10+ years of related miscellaneous medical professional liability or healthcare underwriting experience. Candidates with 5+ years of experience may also be considered.
Experience balancing both high volume of small business accounts and more complex risks.
Experience in Cyber & Technology Underwriting preferred but not required.
In the process of obtaining, or already have, certifications such as CPCU, RPLU, AINS, or similar designations.
Self-motivated and independent, with strong relationship management skills and the ability to thrive in a remote work environment.
Collaborative and open-minded, able to contribute ideas and help shape a growing team.
Thorough knowledge of underwriting policies, philosophies, and practices.
Advanced understanding of underwriting processes and systems.
Business Unit:
Professional Liability
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Benefits:
The wage range for this job is based on role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skills, education, training, licensure and certifications, experience of the candidate, the role's scope, complexity, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the base compensation, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package, which includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401(k) plan for full-time and part-time employees who are eligible for benefits.
Your recruiter may be able to tell you more about our total rewards offerings and the specific wage range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.