Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States · On-site
About Acrisure A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support toge…
Skills: Underwriting, Risk selection, Agency development, Portfolio management, Insurance
Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States • On-site
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The Production Underwriter evaluates new and renewal insurance submissions to determine coverage, pricing, and risk acceptability within delegated authority. They also manage a portfolio of agencies and producers to drive profitable premium growth and maintain high service standards.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and have at least three years of experience in commercial property and casualty underwriting. Proficiency in risk analysis and the ability to obtain necessary insurance licensing are also required.
A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.
In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.
The Production Underwriter combines disciplined risk selection with proactive agency development to generate profitable premium growth across Asero’s transportation and specialty insurance programs. The role evaluates new and renewal submissions, determines acceptability, coverage, terms and pricing within delegated authority, and manages an assigned portfolio of agencies and producers. Serving as a key link among distribution partners, carrier underwriters and internal teams, the Production Underwriter improves submission quality, quote-to-bind conversion, retention and loss performance while maintaining strong compliance, file integrity and service standards.
• Review applications and supporting materials, including motor vehicle records, loss runs, financial statements, equipment schedules, FMCSA data, safety programs, contracts, loss-control reports and other relevant documentation.
• Evaluate each risk against program appetite, carrier guidelines and underwriting models; assess loss frequency and severity potential, operational controls and overall account quality.
• Determine appropriate coverage, limits, terms, conditions, deductibles and pricing within delegated authority; decline or refer risks when appropriate and obtain required carrier or management approvals.
• Quote new and renewal business using agency management systems and carrier rating platforms, fully utilizing available markets and meeting established turnaround and accuracy standards.
• Clearly communicate underwriting decisions, requirements and alternatives to producers, helping them understand the likelihood of acceptance and the information needed to advance a submission.
• Meet or exceed assigned new business, renewal, premium and profitability goals while maintaining disciplined underwriting standards.
• Actively manage the submission pipeline, prioritize high-potential opportunities and follow through from initial submission through quote, bind and policy issuance.
• Develop account and agency-level production plans that improve bind ratios, retention, submission quality and cross-program penetration.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing agency relationships and targeted geographies while remaining aligned with portfolio concentration and profitability thresholds.
• Gather market and competitive intelligence and share insights that may inform appetite, pricing, coverage enhancements and ease-of-doing-business initiatives.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with assigned retail agents, brokers, carrier partners and internal stakeholders.
• Provide responsive, professional service and serve as a trusted underwriting resource for producers throughout the submission and renewal process.
• Conduct agency visits, training sessions and periodic performance reviews focused on appetite alignment, submission completeness, production results, retention and loss trends.
• Support the identification, onboarding and activation of new agency partners based on specialization, geographic fit, production potential and historical performance.
• Represent WTU at selected agency meetings, carrier meetings, conferences and industry events, with follow-up focused on measurable pipeline and premium opportunities.
• Monitor assigned-book performance, including premium, loss ratios, retention, bind ratios, submission efficiency and agency concentration; recommend corrective actions when results deviate from plan.
• Partner with claims, loss control, policy service, actuarial and carrier teams to improve risk quality and address emerging portfolio issues.
• Maintain complete, accurate and consistent underwriting files and system data in accordance with WTU, carrier and regulatory standards.
• Follow all underwriting, licensing, compliance and state requirements and assist with preparation for and response to internal, carrier and regulatory audits.
• Investigate operational or underwriting issues, communicate status and recommendations to management, and support special projects as assigned.
• Coordinate effectively with underwriting assistants, associate underwriters and policy service personnel to deliver accurate and timely outcomes.
• Provide coaching and technical guidance to less-experienced team members and share best practices that improve workflow quality and consistency.
• Provide backup underwriting support during absences or periods of elevated volume and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate and support WTU values, ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, policies and operating procedures.
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At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.
Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.
We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:
Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.
This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.
Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [email protected].
Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.
California Residents: Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy.
Recruitment Fraud: Please visit here to learn more about our Recruitment Fraud Notice.
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