Nonprofit Underwriting Specialist
Non-disclosed Chicago, United StatesNonprofit Underwriting Specialist
Nonprofit Underwriting Specialist
A well-established insurance organization is seeking an experienced underwriter to join a specialized team focused on serving nonprofit and human service organizations. This position offers the opportunity to work with mission-driven insureds while managing a diverse portfolio of complex risks.
This is a fully remote position; however, applicants must be located in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Colorado, Oregon, or Washington.
The ideal candidate will have experience evaluating nonprofit, social service, educational, community-based, or public-focused organizations and enjoy building long-term partnerships with agency partners.
Responsibilities
* Underwrite new and renewal business within a specialized nonprofit portfolio
* Analyze exposures, financials, loss history, operations, and risk characteristics to make sound underwriting decisions
* Develop pricing, terms, and coverage structures that support profitable growth
* Manage a book of business while maintaining strong retention and underwriting performance
* Partner closely with agents and brokers to identify opportunities and provide responsive service
* Collaborate with internal teams including risk control, claims, and underwriting operations
* Monitor market conditions and emerging risks impacting nonprofit organizations
* Build and maintain strong relationships with distribution partners and key stakeholders
Qualifications
* 5+ years of commercial underwriting experience
* Experience underwriting nonprofit, human services, social services, educational institutions, municipalities, religious organizations, community organizations, or other mission-focused entities preferred
* Strong knowledge of coverages including General Liability, Property, Auto, Workers Compensation, Umbrella, Professional Liability, and related commercial lines products
* Ability to evaluate complex risks and make independent underwriting decisions
* Excellent relationship management and communication skills
* CPCU or other industry designations are a plus
What You'll Find
* Fully remote work environment
* Collaborative underwriting team
* Opportunity to work within a specialized and relationship-driven market segment
* Competitive compensation and bonus potential
* Strong long-term growth opportunities
