Underwriter - Trainee

Position Responsibilities
As an Underwriter Trainee in Chubb's Seattle Branch you are accountable for:
• Active participation in Chubb's one year training program which includes a combination of self study, computer based, classroom and on the job training methods
• Developing proficiency in general insurance theories and practices as well as the specific underwriting strategies and procedure within (insert department)
• Developing an expertise in analyzing customer needs and develop insurance programs to meet those needs
• Contributing to the financial performance of the (insert department) throughout the training period by assisting in the negotiating of price, coverage, and terms for new business and renewals
• Analyzing exposures, determining whether the risk meets Chubb's underwriting criteria, proposing terms and pricing, and ensuring proper documentation
• Building relationships with agents and engaging in marketing efforts
• Identifying opportunities for growth within new and existing production sources
• Identifying cross sell opportunities within commercial products and services
• Meeting with producers and new and renewal customers to make sales presentations including product education and new product roll out
• Collaborating with underwriters, operations, claims, marketing and home office product management
• Consistently meeting service standards
• Collecting and sharing industry intelligence with team, including industry trending and development

Knowledge, skills and abilities:
• Demonstrated self starter
• Strong analytical skills including financial analysis
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Demonstrated aptitude in sales and marketing
• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external business partners.
• Proven track record of superior performance and leadership
• Ability to be creative and adaptable in a changing business environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative, innovative solutions
• Sound, balanced, and timely decision making skills
• Aptitude for evaluating, analyzing and interpreting information
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software
• Ability to relocate within one year to another Chubb branch

Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (1-2 years prior experience in the financial, banking or investment sectors desired).
REQUIREMENTS
When applying online, reference Requisition 2623