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MedMal Direct: Senior Underwriter

MedMal Direct Insurance Company (MedMal Direct), an Integris Group company, is a premier medical professional liability insurance company located in Jacksonville, Florida currently seeking candidates for its Senior Underwriter position.

Summary

The Senior Underwriter will perform a variety of research and analytical duties to properly assess and rate insurance risk exposures. Works with the MedMal Direct Account Management and Underwriting teams in an organized and professional manner to ensure we provide an exceptional customer experience to our insureds. Must be able to manage time and deadlines independently.

Specific Requirements

7+ years experience as an insurance underwriter; MPL experience preferred; designated or in the process of pursuing an insurance related designation or advanced degree related to insurance; demonstrated ability to analyze risk and rate risk accordingly within guidelines; establish rapport and positive working relationship with customers (internal Sales and Account Managers); Ability to participate in constructive team collaboration and exchange of ideas and consideration of opposing viewpoints; Excellent written and verbal skills; Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Periodic travel may be required.

Specific Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze risks presented within the medical practice and how they will impact the malpractice insurance risk of the company for new business, renewals and requests to add insureds. Document the file appropriately;
• Translate the identified risks into a coverage decision and corresponding insurance pricing within the rules and guidelines set forth by the company; Team Collaboration is required;
• Issue the policies & endorsements to reflect the coverage and pricing offered by the company;
• Process insured removal, policy cancellation and tail requests submitted by insureds within the rules and guidelines set forth by the company;
• Make recommendations for changes to the company’s underwriting guidelines;
• Participate, as requested, in the company’s development of processing systems and workflows;
• Make recommendations for changes / improvements to the company’s workflows;
• Assist, as requested, with training and development of underwriters and technicians within the department;
• Participate constructively in the exchange of ideas and opposing viewpoints.

Qualifications

• Able to plan, organize, assign and maintain priorities of various activities.
• Demonstrate sound independent judgment and good analytic ability in solving problems.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Prepare and effectively present recommendations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with public and other professionals.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork by working with others throughout MIEC.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software.
• May be required to work hours beyond core business hours.
• Proven ability to work on a team or operate independently.
• Able to succeed in high volume environment requiring personal organization, multitasking, and regular reprioritization with short turnaround time on items of high impact.
• Experience in researching and accurately resolving problems while working under pressure and within time constraints.
• Strong customer service skills for use with internal and external customers with ability to effectively handle incoming calls and deal with difficult situations.
• Comfort with a structured, process-based approach to underwriting, including limitations in levels of authority. Authority level increases with increasing competence.
• Attention to detail and thoroughness with strong documentation skills.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Education, Experience and Skills Required

• Seven (7) years or more of underwriting experience, MPL background preferred;
• Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines;
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to follow procedures;
• Ability to perform in a high-volume, production-type environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and ability to learn new computer software applications;
• Possess or pursue an insurance related designation (CPCU or RPLU) or advanced degree related to insurance.

Position reports to: Vice President of Underwriting

Location: Jacksonville, Florida (hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Functions: Risk Analysis, Rating

Benefits

MedMal Direct Insurance Company offers a benefits package that includes medical insurance, life insurance, 401(k), and Paid Time Off (PTO).

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to HR@MedMalDirect.com.

This job description portrays the requirements and responsibilities of the position in general terms. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with this job. It is not intended to represent the specific duties of any one individual. The Company reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed or assigned.