Senior Workers' Compensation Underwriter - (Irvine, CA)

Overview This is a Workers Compensation Underwriter position involved in the review and appraisal of applications for insurance. Uses knowledge and independent judgment to determine eligibility of risks when compared to guidelines of programs available. Responds to questions from agents and insureds received via telephone, mail and fax. Participates in surveys and studies by department to produce production and loss analysis reports as required. Responsibilities * Reviews applications for insurance coverage, reports from loss control consultants and other info to determine if application is acceptable for the program(s) available * Evaluate the background of a risk against the class of business under review * Evaluate the loss potential due to catastrophe, severity, and/or frequency * May rate policies or check previously rated policies for proper rating * Utilizes knowledge of automated systems to develop details for new or renewal policies * Prepares quotations for agents and answers questions from agents