Position Summary The Senior Underwriter is responsible for managing and growing a profitable book of Workers’ Compensation business, providing advanced technical underwriting expertise, and ensuring strict adherence to u…
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Technical Support Analyst (5 days a week onsite) Plano, TX
Plano, Texas, United States · On-site
$62k–$70k/yr
Entry level$1.5B raised
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Technical Support Analyst (5 days a week onsite) Plano, TX
Plano, Texas, United States · On-site
$62k–$70k/yr
Entry level$1.5B raised
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$104k–$120k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, professional certificate
Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Vacation, Sick Days, Personal Days, Paid Parental Leave
Posted 2d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in California, United States
Responsibilities
Manage and grow a profitable book of Workers' Compensation business while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company guidelines. Cultivate broker relationships and mentor junior underwriting staff to drive new business and retention.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of 6+ years of dedicated Workers' Compensation underwriting experience and a Bachelor's degree. An active state Property & Casualty license is required, with strong knowledge of California regulations preferred.
Full job description
Position Summary
The Senior Underwriter is responsible for managing and growing a profitable book of Workers’ Compensation business, providing advanced technical underwriting expertise, and ensuring strict adherence to underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements. This role develops and executes strategies to drive new business production and maximize retention across complex WC accounts. The position also plays a key role in cultivating long-term broker relationships and mentoring junior underwriting staff.
What will your job entail?
Job Responsibilities:
Manage and underwrite new and renewal Workers’ Compensation accounts, demonstrating strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and adherence to company underwriting guidelines and state regulations.
Analyze and evaluate submissions including loss runs, experience mods, payroll classifications, industry exposures, and safety controls to select profitable risks.
Determine appropriate pricing, coverage structures, limits, and terms to ensure profitability while maintaining competitiveness in the market.
Assess key Workers’ Compensation risk factors such as workplace safety programs, claims history, job classifications, multi-state exposures, and return-to-work programs.
Actively manage a complex book of WC business, focusing on portfolio profitability, retention, and growth targets.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with brokers and agents, while identifying cross-sell opportunities across other commercial lines.
Build, maintain, and expand strong relationships with brokers, agents, and internal stakeholders to drive new business opportunities and maximize retention.
Partner with claims, loss control, and actuarial teams to deliver a comprehensive underwriting approach and improve risk selection.
Provide accurate forecasting, participate in business planning, and contribute to achieving underwriting and financial performance goals.
Mentor and support junior underwriters, providing guidance on WC underwriting practices, classification accuracy, and regulatory considerations.
Stay current on Workers’ Compensation market trends, regulatory changes (particularly California WC), rate filings, and emerging risks, and adjust underwriting strategies accordingly.
Support process improvements and leverage technology to enhance underwriting efficiency and decision-making.
Work Experience and Education:
Minimum of 6+ years of dedicated Workers’ Compensation underwriting experience (8+ preferred), with demonstrated success managing complex accounts.
Strong knowledge of California Workers’ Compensation regulations and rate environment strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree required; preferred areas include Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related disciplines. Equivalent professional experience will be considered.
Licenses & Certifications:
Required: Active state Property & Casualty license (California preferred).
Preferred: CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), ARM, CIC, or other relevant industry designations.
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
How We Support Our Teammates
Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
The target salary range for this position is $103,565.00 - $120,000.00 annually.
The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]
The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
An international specialty insurance firm that provides innovative solutions for brokers, agents and insurance carriers
Industry
Insurance
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
LinkedIn followers
46,956
Total funding
$1.5B
Ryan Specialty (NYSE: RYAN) is an international specialty insurance firm that provides distribution, underwriting, product development, administration and risk management services by acting as a wholesale broker and a managing underwriter. Our mission is to provide industry-leading innovative specialty insurance solutions for insurance brokers, agents and carriers.
Ryan Specialty was founded in 2010 by Patrick G. Ryan, the widely respected insurance veteran, founder and former Chairman and CEO of Aon Corporation. Mr. Ryan saw the need in the marketplace for a specialty organization dedicated exclusively to creating sophisticated insurance solutions for risks that demand innovation, proven leadership, outstanding industry expertise and quality services on behalf of brokers, agents and carriers.
For more information about Ryan Specialty, visit our website at ryansg.com.
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce that is reflective of society throughout the entirety of the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions and benefits of employment.
Offices: 180 N. Stetson Avenue, 46th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, US
An international specialty insurance firm that provides innovative solutions for brokers, agents and insurance carriers
Industry
Insurance
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
LinkedIn followers
46,956
Total funding
$1.5B
Ryan Specialty (NYSE: RYAN) is an international specialty insurance firm that provides distribution, underwriting, product development, administration and risk management services by acting as a wholesale broker and a managing underwriter. Our mission is to provide industry-leading innovative specialty insurance solutions for insurance brokers, agents and carriers.
Ryan Specialty was founded in 2010 by Patrick G. Ryan, the widely respected insurance veteran, founder and former Chairman and CEO of Aon Corporation. Mr. Ryan saw the need in the marketplace for a specialty organization dedicated exclusively to creating sophisticated insurance solutions for risks that demand innovation, proven leadership, outstanding industry expertise and quality services on behalf of brokers, agents and carriers.
For more information about Ryan Specialty, visit our website at ryansg.com.
Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce that is reflective of society throughout the entirety of the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions and benefits of employment.
Offices: 180 N. Stetson Avenue, 46th Floor, Chicago, IL 60601, US