Builders Mutual Careers

At Builders Mutual, we believe in the power of a team to get the job done right. 

Our team, does their best work each day, creating a one-stop resource for all commercial insurance solutions and construction safety resources, leading to powerful results. Our cultural elements of teamwork, inclusion, expertise, and community aren't just words on a page—it's integral to who we are, how we work, and what sets us apart. We live out our values every day, striving to serve better and achieve more.
 

The OPPORTUNITY

Come leverage your industry expertise and join our growing team in this Express Account Underwriter I (EAU I) opportunity.The EAU I will manage an assigned book of business, containing workers compensation, commercial package, business auto and umbrella lines of business for construction industry clients. The EAU I will be fully trained and proficient in underwriting and screening new business submissions, renewals and endorsements for acceptability and applying appropriate terms and conditions.

The EAU I will be assigned a specific territory and will concentrate on express account business within this designated territory to drive results including new business, loss ratio and customer service goals. The EAU I will collaborate with their underwriters and territory managers for territory success.

We are seeking an Express Account Underwriter I who ideally resides in the Raleigh, NC area; however, we are also open to qualified candidates who live within our footprint and would work remotely.

• For Raleigh, NC-based candidates: This hybrid role requires working in our Raleigh office at least two days per week, with the flexibility to work from home the remaining three days.

• For remote candidates within our footprint: You will work from your home office and collaborate with your team virtually, traveling to our Raleigh office for meetings and company events up to four times a year.

Your WORK as an Express Account Underwriter I will make a difference as you:

• Review new business submissions and make final risk acceptability and pricing decisions within designated authority.  For risks outside of authority the underwriter will analyze the risk and make appropriate recommendation to management.
• Review endorsement requests and make final decision on acceptability, terms & conditions and communicate to Agency Service Representatives (ASR) and agents accordingly.
• Review renewals and make final decision on acceptability, terms & conditions and communicate to ASR and agents accordingly.
• Order and screen miscellaneous reports needed in rating and underwriting processes, such as MVR’s, Experian Reports, Loss Control Reports, etc.
• Provide customer service support to our agents, handling various inquires and requests with some level of complexity.
• Actively participate and drive territory goals.
• Assist in training of other EAUs.
• Conduct IT testing as required.

Skills to get the JOB done RIGHT:

•  BA/BS Degree with 2 years of experience in commercial lines underwriting, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication Skills – Internal and External.
• Understands the fundamentals of insurance.
• Strong PC (MS Office, Outlook) skills; knowledge of policy processing systems and imaging systems.
• AU Completed along with starting CBIA and CISR or CRIS.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE TO WORK HERE

Builders Mutual cares about you, and we offer comprehensive employee benefits built to support your success and wellbeing, including:

• Market-driven compensation and bonus plan
• 3 weeks of paid time off (and your birthday too!)
• 37.5-hour work week; end your Friday at 2:30 PM 
• Builders University for employees, dedicated to supporting development and enhancing expertise
• Earn swag and extra time off through peer recognition Builders Bucks program

LIFE AT BUILDERS MUTUAL

• Collaboration | You are part of a team working together to reach a common goal.
• Empowerment | You will feel trusted, valued, and be given the resources to be successful.
• Flexibility | You will be part of a dynamic work environment designed to allow you to do your best work while also creating the best possible customer experience.
• Impact | You will positively influence our business, customers, and industry.
• Sense of pride | You will tell others how much you enjoy working at Builders Mutual.