Hobson Associates

Renewal Underwriter

Job Id: 23640
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Insurance
Worksite Location: West Chester, OH (Hybrid) or Midwest/Central states (Remote)
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Join a forward-thinking specialty insurance group known for delivering innovative solutions across complex risks. This team fosters an entrepreneurial, collaborative culture where professional growth, creativity, and impact are highly valued. If you’re a seasoned commercial lines underwriter seeking a role with meaningful responsibility, strong career development, and competitive benefits, this could be an excellent fit!

Role Snapshot:
As a Renewal Underwriter, you will manage a portfolio of small to large accounts, including General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, and Excess policies. You’ll handle post-issuance transactions, make independent underwriting decisions within authority, monitor quality and profitability, and mentor associate underwriters. You will review fast-track renewals, inspections, and audits, consult with new business teams on market trends, and maintain strong agency relationships to ensure policies are accurate, timely, and aligned with company standards.


The Ideal Candidate:
  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of commercial lines experience; Excess & Surplus Lines experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Commercial General Liability, Commercial Property, and Commercial Excess Liability.
  • Proven ability to make independent underwriting decisions within authority guidelines.
  • Experience mentoring or providing guidance to less experienced underwriters.
  • Familiarity with online underwriting tools and paperless environments (e.g., SAGE, Silver Plume, Reference Connect).
  • Strong communication skills with internal and external partners and a commitment to service excellence.

What They Offer Their Employees:
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO, flexible hours, and strong work/life balance
  • Opportunities for advancement in a growing organization
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Contact Recruiter:

Robin Bland, CPC

Partner, Practice Manager - Insurance

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