Underwriter - Specialty Auto

Crum & Forster Company Overview

Crum & Forster (C&F), with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A" (Excellent) by AM Best and is proud of our superior customer service platform. Our claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry.

Our most valuable asset is our people: more than 2000 employees in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning several workplace and wellness awards, including the 2024 Great Place to Work Award for our employee-first focus and our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity and Inclusion.

C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global, billion dollar organization. For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website:

Surplus and Specialty – Transportation – Specialty Auto - Fully remote

Summary Responsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to build and maintain a profitable book of business within the Transportation – Specialty Auto segment. Manages broker and agent relationships through continued customer service and marketing activities. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve departmental goals.

Minimum Duties & Responsibilities

• Meet profitability, retention, and written premium goals determined by the department
• Makes independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintains proper file documentation
• Assist in managing renewals of the existing Specialty Auto portfolio
• Assist team lead in triaging and underwriting new business opportunities
• Assist in developing annual business goals for assigned agents/producers. Responsible for analyzing results and maintaining accountability of agency partners within the department
• Has an in-depth knowledge of department products and services
• Can clearly articulate the department’s value proposition
• Participates in training and initiatives to develop knowledge base. May participate in projects
• Travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned

Recommended Education & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of underwriting experience preferred and/or 5+ years of related insurance experience with pursuit of underwriting certifications (e.g., CPCU)
• Experience underwriting tow truck operations preferred
• Effectively displays ability to build and foster broker and agency relationships and manage accounts and referrals for assigned territory
• Possess a solid understanding of the transportation related coverage forms and endorsements (e.g., Motor Carrier Coverage Form, Motor Truck Cargo Coverage form, Commercial General Liability, UM/UIM/PIP/Med Pay rules, and endorsements)
• Possesses strong communication and analytical skills to pursue new business and manage a renewal book.
• Strong knowledge of Transportation underwriting, within primary transportation
• Experience operating independently within their given authority level
• Proficient in software needed to succeed in department.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Possesses or is pursuing underwriting and industry designations applicable to area of specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a remote work setting

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