Hobson Associates

Business Development Underwriter - NE/KS/OK

Job Id: 23425
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Insurance
Worksite Location: Remote (Nebraska, Kansas, or Oklahoma)
Location: Remote - NE, KS or OK, NE
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Join an innovative excess and surplus lines insurance provider known for exceptional specialty products. They offer a dynamic, growth-focused environment with a diverse, talented team, fostering a positive company culture and profitable business model. If you seek an entrepreneurial, employee-centric workplace with opportunities for advancement and great benefits, this could be the place for you!

About the Role:
As a Business Development Underwriter, you’ll manage a designated territory to drive profitable growth through underwriting new business, renewals, and endorsements. The role is a 50/50 split between underwriting and marketing, including regular travel to agency offices—especially in major metro areas. Success in this position requires strong retail agency relationships and the ability to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of relevant insurance experience (or equivalent education and experience).
  • Proven track record in commercial property and casualty underwriting.
  • Experience with Excess & Surplus (E&S) and General Liability (GL) is highly preferred.
  • Standard lines candidates will be considered if they have strong retail agency relationships and experience with contractor, habitational, or manufacturing accounts.
  • Strong connections with independent agents and a collaborative, service-minded approach.
  • Comfortable using online underwriting tools (e.g., SAGE, Silver Plume, Reference Connect).
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook; thrives in a digital, paperless environment.
  • Industry coursework (CPCU, ASLI, AU) is a strong plus.

What They Offer Their Employees:
  • Competitive salary + bonus and profit share
  • Health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, 401(k).
  • Work/life balance, generous PTO, and flex hours.
  • Diverse, dynamic team environment.
  • Tons of career development opportunities


WE’RE SCHEDULING INTERVIEWS NOW!
APPLY NOW or email your resume to [email protected]

Contact Recruiter:

Robin Bland, CPC

Partner, Practice Manager - Insurance

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