The Hanover Insurance Group

We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.. Our Small Commercial Lines Underwriting team is currently seeking a Sr Portfolio Underwriter for the Midwest/Great Lakes region.. The Senior Portfolio Underwriter is expected to partner with production underwriters, field leadership, and underwriting technicians.. They will investigate and promote franchise value opportunities including but not limited to cross sell and up sell for renewal accounts handled; engage in producer management of assigned agency plant as necessary and appropriate; and act as the owner of individual renewal portfolio profit and loss performance.. On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

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For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, ESG initiatives and IDE journey.

Our Small Commercial Lines Underwriting team is currently seeking a Sr Portfolio Underwriter for the Midwest/Great Lakes region.

This is a full time, exempt role.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Small Commercial Sr. Portfolio Underwriters are responsible for the underwriting, retaining, and servicing of renewal accounts handled by our Small Commercial business unit. The Senior Portfolio Underwriter is expected to partner with production underwriters, field leadership, and underwriting technicians. They will investigate and promote franchise value opportunities including but not limited to cross sell and up sell for renewal accounts handled; engage in producer management of assigned agency plant as necessary and appropriate; and act as the owner of individual renewal portfolio profit and loss performance.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

Underwrite and manage Commercial Lines renewal business for respective agency assignments including individually underwriting and servicing the non-bypass accounts in their assigned portfolio.
Be responsible for adequately pricing exposures, in line with Retention and New Money objectives, contributing to target profit and loss metrics for assigned portfolio.
Contribute to portfolio mix in accordance with corporate mix targets.
Handle endorsements that fall outside of the endorsement authority letter of Rating or Renewal UTs.
Handle cancellations that fall outside of the scope of Renewal UTs.
Effectively deliver renewal quotes at appropriate threshold in a professional manner, including quote proposals, cross sells, upsells, and segment expertise awareness as appropriate.
Actively interact with internal and external customers to enhance the business relationship and improve retention ratios.
WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

Bachelor’s degree preferred
3+ years of renewal underwriting experience including proven results in production, service and quality metrics
Strong underwriting skill and coverage knowledge; ability to make underwriting decisions on multi-line accounts up to $100,000 premium size (and higher)
Demonstration of strong relationship building, teamwork and collaboration skills with both internal and external partners
Knowledge of competition and current marketplace; apply to all aspects of performing the role
This job posting provides cursory examples of some of the job duties associated with this position. The examples provided are not complete, and the position may entail other essential and job-related functions and responsibilities that employees will be required to perform.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401K with a company match
Tuition reimbursement
PTO
Company paid holidays
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
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EEO statement:
The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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