[Remote] Commercial Lines Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Acuity Insurance is hiring a Commercial Lines Consultant to promote consistency in commercial underwriting through audits, training, and guidance. The role also supports cross-functional projects and operational improvements, and serves as a knowledge resource across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Uphold best practices and consistency in underwriting through a variety of audits to ensure uniformity in application of standards, guidelines, and practices; perform special audits as necessary
• Create and conduct training programs for both new hires and existing employees, collaborating with underwriting management on areas of opportunity. Develop training and resource material, supporting current and emerging topics
• Serve as a knowledge resource to line underwriting in the areas of guidelines, risk assessment/selection, best practices, and coverage interpretation
• Partner with management to identify, recommend, and implement changes in company policies, practices, and standards related to diverse underwriting, claim, product, or system requirements, facilitating acceptance and adoption
• Develop and maintain reference materials, supporting best practices
• Monitor trends and resources through external publications, conferences, and organizations, identifying opportunities to incorporate into Acuity practices
• Participate in varied project work, including product innovation, process improvement through system design, as well as vendor and program evaluation, to maximize results
• Display a positive, collaborative, and respectful attitude toward work, co-workers, the company and others. Uphold Acuity core values and lead by example
• Always represent Acuity in a professional manner
• Embody Acuity’s Common Purpose and business Consulting brand as a *Partner in Excellence and Innovation.*
• Some travel may be required for situations such as training, professional development, and agency contact
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree or extensive direct experience
• 3-5 years experience in commercial multi-line property and casualty underwriting
• Demonstrates knowledge of sound underwriting practices
• Works effectively with stakeholders, customers, and resources from varied disciplines
• Excels in verbal and written communications, and interpersonal interactions
• Displays strong capabilities in critical thinking, analysis, and creative design
• Willingly contributes to innovative approaches and solutions
• Readily adapts to changing conditions, while remaining positive and productive
• Effectively prioritizes, organizes, and accomplishes tasks in a self-directed environment
• Acuity does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization
• While this position is open to remote candidates, candidates that are local to the Headquarters in Sheboygan, WI are preferred

Benefits

• A generous 401(k) contribution
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• An Employee Assistance Program
• This position is open to remote candidates

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