Middle Market Underwriter

At Builders Mutual, we believe in the power of a team to get the job done right.        

Our team, does their best work each day, creating a one-stop resource for all commercial insurance solutions and construction safety resources, leading to powerful results. Our cultural elements of teamwork, inclusion, expertise, and community aren't just words on a page—it's integral to who we are, how we work, and what sets us apart. We live out our values every day, striving to serve better and achieve more.
        

The OPPORTUNITY       

Leverage your industry expertise and join our expanding team in this Middle Market Underwriter role! This commercial underwriter will manage an assigned book of business, containing workers compensation, commercial package, business auto, and inland marine lines of business for construction industry clients.

The success of our company is rooted in teamwork, the way we care about the people we work with and serve. This hybrid role will work in our Raleigh office a minimum of two days with the flexibility of working from home three days a week.

Your WORK as a Middle Market Underwriter will make a difference as you:       

• Review new business submissions and makes final risk acceptability and pricing decisions on all applicants within authority of $150,000 account premium. For those risks beyond the underwriter’s authority, the underwriter analyzes the risk and makes appropriate recommendations to management.
• Review and make pricing and coverage decisions on renewals within designated authority
• Order and review loss control surveys and takes appropriate action based on survey results and recommendations
• Monitor underwriting quality and pricing for the entire book of business as well as at the agency level
• Keep abreast of changing rules and laws pertaining to commercial insurance

Skills to get the JOB done RIGHT:       

• BA/BS Degree preferred with at least 3-5 years of experience in commercial lines underwriting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good working knowledge of the technical aspects of each line of business
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large territory size, maintaining profitability and high levels of customer service and quality
• Strong PC proficiency
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

WHY YOU’LL LOVE TO WORK HERE       

Builders Mutual cares about you, and we offer comprehensive employee benefits built to support your success and wellbeing, including:       

• Market-driven compensation and bonus plan
• 3 weeks of paid time off (and your birthday too!)
• 37.5-hour work week; end your Friday at 2:30 PM 
• Builders University for employees, dedicated to supporting development and enhancing expertise
• Earn swag and extra time off through peer recognition Builders Bucks program

LIFE AT BUILDERS MUTUAL       

• Collaboration | You are part of a team working together to reach a common goal.
• Empowerment | You will feel trusted, valued, and be given the resources to be successful.
• Flexibility | You will be part of a dynamic work environment designed to allow you to do your best work while also creating the best possible customer experience.
• Impact | You will positively influence our business, customers, and industry.
• Sense of pride | You will tell others how much you enjoy working at Builders Mutual.