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<p>Summit provides independent insurance agents and their clients with market-leading workers’ comp insurance and elite customer service. We’re growing and currently serve more than 7,000 independent agents and 31,000 policyholders across the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic.</p><p> </p><p>Our strength comes from a single-minded focus on workers’ comp and a commitment to long-term customer relationships. Summit is who you turn to when you need a specialist who not only knows workers’ comp but also gets to know your business and your priorities.</p><p> </p><p>Our field team members are located in every state in which we operate.</p><p> </p><p>Summit is a member of the Great American Insurance Group where our highest goal is for all employees to feel included, respected, and empowered to perform at their best.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite.</li><li>Develops and implements risk assessment models to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms.</li><li>Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and provide guidance.</li><li>Procures and analyzes supplementary reports and screenings, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, and external inspections, to support underwriting decisions.</li><li><h3>Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations.</h3></li><li>Evaluates complex policy renewals and modifications, identifying opportunities for policy enhancements and risk mitigation.</li><li>Communicates underwriting strategies and decisions effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers.</li><li>Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions.</li><li>Maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business.</li><li>Monitors and evaluates underwriting practices, assisting with implementing strategic adjustments to improve overall effectiveness and outcomes.</li><li>May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned. </li><li>The person hired for this position will work out of the Gainesville, GA office which offers a hybrid work environment (4 days in office, 1 day remote) or will work remotely in the following states: Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee</li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-Remote</p><p><b>Job Requirements</b></p><h3><b>Education: </b>Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience.</h3><h3></h3><h3><b>Experience: </b>Generally, a minimum of 9 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS) or Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation.</h3><p></p><h3><b>Scope of Job/Qualifications: </b>Performs work under limited supervision and technical direction. Works with significant latitude and authority on complex assignments. Maintains advanced knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrates advanced analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills. Strong negotiation and decision-making ability. Familiarity with marketing strategies and tools is beneficial. Viewed as a senior resource on the Underwriting team. Provides technical advice and support to lower-level positions. Position requires occasional travel.</h3><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Company:</b></p>SCI Summit Consulting, LLC<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><br><b>Salary Range:</b></p>$84,400.00 -$115,600.00<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits: </b></p><p><span style="font-size:14px">We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px">Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at </span><a href="http://www.gaig.com/careers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#467886"><u><span style="font-size:14px"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">http://www.gaig.com/careers</span></span></u></span></a><span style="font-size:14px">.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14px"> </span></p><p><b><span style="font-size:14px">*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.</span></b></p>

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