Underwriter, Professional Risks

Position: Underwriter

Reporting to Regional Manager – AHC

Location: Los Angeles

The Role:

Hiscox USA is currently searching for a dynamic, engaging and solutions-oriented Underwriter to drive new business and underwrite complex renewal business within the Allied Healthcare sector. This position provides a unique opportunity for an Allied Healthcare specialist or a professional liability generalist to join a fast paced, dynamic team to write policies tailored to the specific requirements of the Allied Healthcare sector. We specialize in medical imaging centers, pharmacies, occupational/speech/physical therapists, home healthcare, counselors, medical consultants, medi spas, day spas, social services, dentists, veterinarians, staffing firms, and much more! Policies will be rooted in Allied Healthcare E&O, with cross sold SAM, Cyber, GL, and other PL coverages offered for qualifying risks. Risks vary greatly in size and complexity (from start-ups to large, multinational entities). We provide an entrepreneurial climate that values and rewards thoughtful risk taking, excellence in execution and ownership in body of work.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Underwrite, price and negotiate accounts consistent with the quality of the risk and according to the company’s strategy and guidelines for the product line: https://www.hiscox.com/documents/brokers/ahc/1545_AHC_appetiteguide.pdf

• Develop new broker relationships and increase depth of existing broker relationships throughout region to increase production

• Engage with the national Allied Healthcare team to learn and teach collaboratively

• Maintain excellent customer service standards

• Play a key role in executing on regional plan i.e. serving as relationship manager for several key Allied Healthcare brokers and spearheading broker turnarounds.  

• Obtain & maintain underwriting authority in Allied Healthcare practice area.

• Spearhead in office quoting days with top broker partners

• Monitor product results and develop ideas to increase productivity and profitability

• Consistently exceed minimum quote output numbers established by national Allied Heathcare manager

• At times, regional travel required including industry events and broker visits

**Please provide a cover letter and resume which clearly communicates that you are the person to take on this challenge at Hiscox USA**

Here Are Some of The Requirements We Would Ideally Like to See:

• 2+ years of experience in Allied Healthcare coverage; experience preferred 

• Customer-centric mind-set and passionate about the power of superior customer service and offerings

• Strong understanding of sales principles, presentation, negotiation skills and demonstrate a competitive drive

• Team-oriented, ability to collaborate and desire to share information across divisions and teams to further the overall goals of the company

• Proven track record of understanding and delivering meaningful underwriting profit

• Outgoing, driven, high attention to detail and results focused mentality

• The ability to identify business needs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently in a collaborative environment

• Innate service focus which enables one to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external customers and partners

• B.A./B.S degree is preferred

• Willingness to develop business, with travel throughout the U.S. up to 25%, required

What We Offer:

• 401(k) with competitive company matching 

• Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)  

• Company paid group term life, short- term disability and long-term disability coverage 

• 24 Paid time off days plus 2 Hiscox days,10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday, and ability to purchase up to 5 PTO days 

• Paid parental leave 

• 4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service 

• Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs 

• Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program 

• Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing 

• 2023 Gold level recipient of Cigna’s Healthy Workforce Designation for having a best-in-class health and wellness program 

• Dynamic, creative, and values-driven culture 

• Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks 

• Spirit of volunteerism, social responsibility, and community involvement, including matching charitable donations for qualifying non-profits via our sister non-profit company, the Hiscox USA Foundation 

Salary Range: $100-$120k

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

**Please note that this position is hybrid and requires two (2) days in our office weekly**

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