Health Underwriter jobs in Petaluma, CA

We are looking for an experienced multi-line underwriter to join our package team to help take our Fuel program to the next level. You will be part of a dynamic organization that is seeking to scale our programs creatively and robustly, while rewarding individual contributions and encouraging team collaboration. You will be responsible for underwriting middle-market and large accounts while developing broker/ carrier relationships to help Tangram build a book of business that will achieve growth and profitability.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Performs day-to-day underwriting functions
• Achieves new business premium, renewal retention and rate change objectives
• Recommends creative alternatives in regard to rating, coverage, etc. to advocate for good Insureds
• Engages team to perform clerical and administrative tasks as outlined in workflow documents
• Maintains underwriting files in accordance with Tangram policies and procedures
• Makes sound judgments regarding risk selection
• Ensures adherence to underwriting standards, objectives and guidelines of program
• Implements changes and/or updates to written program guidelines
• Develops and maintains effective business relationships with agents and carriers in order to attract, develop and retain profitable business for assigned book of business
• Understands all programs and products at Tangram to be an effective advocate with agency community
• Actively manages program(s) to reach production goal(s)

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2-4 years of progressive underwriting experience in package lines of coverage
• Strong communicator
• Ability to work in a team
• Positive attitude towards customer service and relationship management
• Effective analytical and logical reasoning abilities
• Good attention to detail
• Organizational skills and ability to problem solve and multi-task
• Strong personal initiative, ability to work independently
• Desire to have fun and engage with the team
• Solid computer skills and adaptation to new technologies and workflows

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000. The offer will depend on the geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Tangram offers a comprehensive benefits package; more details on which can be found at https://www.tangramins.com/about-tangram/careers.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Tangram is a growth stage, independent company building an exceptional insurance intermediary on our terms. We endeavor to deliver specialized insurance solutions in the most effective and efficient way possible, while constantly thinking of how we can do it better than anyone else. Every person is an important and visible part of the effort, therefore any addition to our team must have an appreciation of their responsibility and opportunity to impact the culture and the results of the Company.

CORE VALUES:

These are core values that represent our unique employee culture:

• Grow or die
• Embrace adversity with gusto
• Own mistakes and share credit
• Do what you say
• Create a fan in every interaction

Working Conditions:

• Work environment may be indoors, sitting at a desk or standing for extended periods of time.
• Daily use of computers, keyboard, mouse, headset, printers, and other commonly used office equipment.
• This position may require flexibility to work hours outside of a regular schedule.