James River provides a challenging and exciting environment in which to develop your professional and career goals. We are always interested in talking with experienced professionals in underwriting and other areas.
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, group life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, an employee referral bonus as well as a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match.
Please view our current opportunities below:
Successfully lead and direct the Environmental Division to accomplish the divisional goals, initiatives and objectives for profitability, production, compliance, and new product development.
In coordination with the Division Manager, develop and execute annual business plans for the division to include a profitable underwriting strategy.Responsible for the management of underwriting staff to include establishing and communicating division goals, setting individual performance goals, performance management and training.Handle most complex accounts, accurately assessing ineligible verses eligible accounts.Ensure submissions are reviewed within 24 hours of receipt.Write and refine Underwriting and Pricing Guidelines in response to market conditions.Lead new product development effort for the division to include initiation, research and implementation of new products as well as product/process enhancements.Working with Actuarial, establish base rates and rating methodology designed to produce underwriting profit.Establish proper underwriting authority for underwriters.Review submissions over underwriters’ authority.Conduct underwriting audit of files to ensure practices are implemented consistently.Monitor rate level to ensure portfolio and individual account pricing objectives are met.Evaluate performance book of business using actuarial techniques.Working with Marketing, identify broker distribution to achieve full potential.Work with underwriters to plan for and evaluate broker visits to achieve division objectives. Travel with underwriters as needed.Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, IT, and other Underwriting Divisions as needed.
10+ years experience preferably in Excess and Surplus lines. Extensive experience in underwriting and marketing of divison-related products. Experience and knowledge of the wholesale distribution system.Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience.Demonstrated experience in the ability to lead, motivate, influence, and mentor staff.Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. High degree of personal initiative and self motivation.Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment.Proficiency in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Understanding of current market conditions, trends, competition and new product development. Demonstrated ability to effectively assess risk, price, and negotiate business in accordance with established guidelines. Thorough understanding of key exposures and portfolio pricing techniques.Ability to sell difference between our coverage and leading competitor’s product. Knowledge of forms and coverages. Ability to propose, research and implement new product development. Recognize variances to plan and propose corrective actions.
To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to:resume@jamesriverins.com
Successfully lead and direct the Life Sciences Division to accomplish the divisional goals, initiatives and objectives for profitability, production, compliance, and new product development.
In coordination with the Division Manager, develop and execute annual business plans for the division to include a profitable underwriting strategy.Responsible for the management of underwriting staff to include establishing and communicating division goals, setting individual performance goals, performance management and training. Handle most complex accounts, accurately assessing ineligible verses eligible accounts. Ensure submissions are reviewed within 24 hours of receipt.Write and refine Underwriting and Pricing Guidelines in response to market conditions. Lead new product development effort for the division to include initiation, research and implementation of new products as well as product/process enhancements. Working with Actuarial, establish base rates and rating methodology designed to produce underwriting profit. Establish proper underwriting authority for underwriters. Review submissions over underwriters’ authority. Conduct underwriting audit of files to ensure practices are implemented consistently. Monitor rate level to ensure portfolio and individual account pricing objectives are met. Evaluate performance book of business using actuarial techniques. Working with Marketing, identify broker distribution to achieve full potential. Work with underwriters to plan for and evaluate broker visits to achieve division objectives. Travel with underwriters as needed.Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, IT, and other Underwriting Divisions as needed.
