Senior Underwriter - Hospitality
Distinguished Programs
Distinguished is a leading national insurance Program Manager providing specialized insurance programs to brokers and agents with specific expertise in Real Estate, Community Associations, Hospitality, Fine Art/Collectibles, Restaurants, Inland Marine, Executive Lines, Surety, Transactional Risk and Construction Professionals & Environmental. Distinguished partners with a select group of highly rated insurance companies to provide exclusive programs to our national network of 4,000 agencies and brokerages. You will have an opportunity to work with an energetic, passionate team that is committed to growth by helping our customers grow their business and building a best-in-class system, as well as a great place to work.
The Senior Underwriter will underwrite medium to complex hotel risks to achieve profitable growth through appropriate risk evaluation, selection, and pricing. The Senior Underwriter will serve as a recognized hospitality underwriting expert and a resource to underwriting team.
RESPONSIBILITIESUnderwrite casualty for hotel risks within the granted level of authorities by identifying and analyzing risk exposures, loss frequency and severity against desired coverage. Communicate with agents, brokers, and internal sales to obtain information needed to underwrite risks.Develop relationships with both external and internal customers with the customer experience in mind.Work independently within deadlines while understanding the necessity of communicating and coordinating work efforts with stakeholders.Maintain quality control, compliance, and proper documentation.Provide periodic product/underwriting training.Conduct regular audits with Product Manager.Work with Product Manager to maintain Program Guidelines and Applications.Participate in other company projects and new initiatives.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum 5 years of commercial casualty underwriting experience, preferably in the hospitality sector.Insurance license, AU, CIC, CPCU or comparable designations preferred.Analytical and quantitative skills.Must be self-driven detail oriented & possess strong organizational skills including time-management and prioritization.Strong verbal and written communication skills.
LOCATIONThis is a remote position.
COMPENSATION AND PERKS$90,000 - $120,000,000 base salary plus bonus. Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic locationSummer Fridays (Leave at 2:00PM all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day).Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.401k with 4% company match. Immediately 100% vested.Life, disability and supplemental insurance.Growth and development opportunities.Wellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Peloton App Digital Membership for 1 year (or if you have Peloton equipment, receive a 4-month waiverWork/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Summer Hours, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years.
CORE VALUES
Our Core Values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused in the best interest of our customer. INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business. INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will collaborate with leaders in the organization and build RELATIONSHIPS with your colleagues, carriers and customers. Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your determination to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities. Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.
The Senior Underwriter will underwrite medium to complex hotel risks to achieve profitable growth through appropriate risk evaluation, selection, and pricing. The Senior Underwriter will serve as a recognized hospitality underwriting expert and a resource to underwriting team.
RESPONSIBILITIESUnderwrite casualty for hotel risks within the granted level of authorities by identifying and analyzing risk exposures, loss frequency and severity against desired coverage. Communicate with agents, brokers, and internal sales to obtain information needed to underwrite risks.Develop relationships with both external and internal customers with the customer experience in mind.Work independently within deadlines while understanding the necessity of communicating and coordinating work efforts with stakeholders.Maintain quality control, compliance, and proper documentation.Provide periodic product/underwriting training.Conduct regular audits with Product Manager.Work with Product Manager to maintain Program Guidelines and Applications.Participate in other company projects and new initiatives.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum 5 years of commercial casualty underwriting experience, preferably in the hospitality sector.Insurance license, AU, CIC, CPCU or comparable designations preferred.Analytical and quantitative skills.Must be self-driven detail oriented & possess strong organizational skills including time-management and prioritization.Strong verbal and written communication skills.
LOCATIONThis is a remote position.
COMPENSATION AND PERKS$90,000 - $120,000,000 base salary plus bonus. Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic locationSummer Fridays (Leave at 2:00PM all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day).Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.401k with 4% company match. Immediately 100% vested.Life, disability and supplemental insurance.Growth and development opportunities.Wellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Peloton App Digital Membership for 1 year (or if you have Peloton equipment, receive a 4-month waiverWork/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Summer Hours, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years.
CORE VALUES
Our Core Values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused in the best interest of our customer. INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business. INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will collaborate with leaders in the organization and build RELATIONSHIPS with your colleagues, carriers and customers. Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your determination to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities. Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.
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Distinguished Programs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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