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: www.cfins.com.

Associate Underwriter - Contractor's Segment  (hybrid with three days in our Morristown NJ office required)

Job Summary

Summary The associate underwriter is responsible for developing a wide range of knowledge and skills needed to become an underwriter within the Contractors segment. Works closely with the manager and other underwriters of the department and actively participates in on-the-job training and coursework. Develops essential competencies that will be integral to the Underwriter position with emphasis on analytical and interpersonal skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

The associate underwriter will be accountable for developing their knowledge and skills as directed by an individual designated by the Underwriting Director for the region.

Participate in the gathering, review and analysis of all necessary underwriting information to assist with proper risk selection, exposure analysis and premium determination for risks within the defined Contractors segment appetite.

Develop interpersonal skills through communication with targeted contractor segment producers within the region.

Assist with servicing existing accounts as assigned.
• Will work, under direction, with a limited letter of authority.
• May have assigned agents and accounts.
• Proactively acquires knowledge and skills.
• Build skills to make underwriting decisions and maintain proper file documentation.
• Pursues industry designations via coursework completed during on-the-job training.
• May participate in projects.
• Minimal travel required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Recommended Education & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.

  1 year in commercial lines underwriting or policy issuance.
• Pursuing insurance industry designations such as AINS, CPCU, CRIS, etc. a plus.
• Possesses strong communication and analytical skills.
• Self-directed
• Proficient computer skills and use of Microsoft Office Program (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

At C&F you will BELONG

We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.

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Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws.  Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $59,000 to a maximum of $86,500. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee’s contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive compensation package.  
• Generous 401K employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family’s complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
• A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
• A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.

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