Commercial Underwriter I

PEAK6 InsurTech knows that technology rules just about everything, which is why we wanted to bring insurance to the 21st century. We threw the rule book out the window and are forging our own path in the industry, and we want you to join us.
Joining PEAK6 InsurTech won't lead you to just a job, it will lead you to a true career path. We value our employees, understand their career aspirations, and support them in their goals by making sure they have opportunities to develop and advance in a multitude of ways. At its heart, PEAK6 InsurTech, along with our subsidiaries We Insure and Team Focus Insurance Group, is focused on epic innovation and trail-blazing technology to serve our customers and partners better. Learn more about joining and growing in our future-focused environment - and being epic with us!
Summary: Answers and responds to incoming calls from policy holders and agents inquiring about small to mid-size commercial policy coverage accounts on behalf of our client, the carrier. Processes surplus lines filings and book consolidations as necessary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receives incoming phone calls for endorsement activity, in-depth coverage questions, routine coverage questions, renewals, and checking and issuing binders, certificates and policies.
• Quotes new business, policies and/or coverages for new and existing clients, on behalf of the carrier.
• Prepares and/or order policy change requests.
• Reviews expirations in advance of the renewal date to review coverage's.
• Prepares and/ Provides service and support to other sales agents.
• Actively seeks to cross-sell other coverages to existing clients.
• Takes claim information and report new claims to the company.
• Maintains adequate suspense on outstanding items and follow up in a timely manner until its conclusion.

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university, business degree preferred; or two (2) to four (4) years Agency experience in Personal & Commercial Lines including homeowners and other lines; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 3-5 years experience servicing or selling Property & Casualty Insurance Commercial policies. Previous call center experience a plus and commercial lines experience.
Computer Technical Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and Internet browser applications. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment, including scanner, copier, fax machine, and calculator.
Certificates and Licenses:
Active P&C Agent license required
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
Ability to work a rotating shift, with hours extending to 8:00pm ET.
Why join the PEAK6 InsurTech Team?
The PEAK6 InsurTech Difference:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet; Flexible Spending Account
• Competitive Salaries
• 401K Match
• Work-Life Balance: Personal Days, PTO Days, 12 Paid Holidays, Two Paid Days for Volunteer Service, Paid Parental Leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Support Programs, Including Mental Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Matching Charitable Gift Program
• Lucrative Referral Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Flexibility: Remote and Hybrid Opportunities Available

Founded by PEAK6 Investments in 2021, PEAK6 InsurTech began with the vision to challenge the status quo of the insurance industry and to revolutionize it. Along with our subsidiaries We Insure and Team Focus Insurance Group, we know it's not about the corporation, it's about the people. At its heart, PEAK6 InsurTech focuses on developing and implementing innovative technology and processes to serve its customers better. Whether propelling the insurance industry to run more efficiently or bringing together diversified businesses that span the entirety of the insurance lifecycle, PEAK6 InsurTech is dedicated to democratizing insurance and giving customers the power to choose.