Underwriter / Cannabis MGA - Remote Opportunity

We’re thrilled that you are interested in joining us here at the Amynta Group!

ABOUT FLUX

Flux Insurance Services is disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world-class service. At Flux we provide comprehensive insurance solutions powered by advanced technology making it easier to choose the right insurance products through a transparent and informative experience.
While we are a forward-thinking technology-driven company, we know that people matter most.
We promote from within whenever possible and are committed to the professional development of our team members, providing time and funding for courses and seminars.
As we continue to scale in the next year, we are looking for experienced Underwriters to join our team.

ABOUT YOU

You are no stranger to hard work.

Flux Insurance is on its way to becoming one of the fastest growing insurance agencies in the United States, with the goal of becoming number one. Changing an industry is never easy, so we need the best and the brightest professionals who are ready to bring the energy, passion, and grit it will take to accomplish these goals.

You want to be surrounded by the best.

Only about 1% of Flux candidates are offered employment because we are interested in A player’s only. You have a passion for being part of a team that delivers exceptional client experiences that drive our company to industry leadership.

You have high personal and professional standards.
As a growing company, we are counting on candidates we hire today to become future leaders as we continue to disrupt the industry. We want to work with self-starters who enjoy a challenge and have demonstrated strong evidence of leadership, sales capabilities, and sound judgment.

You want to win.
Flux is focused on setting new records and then breaking them, so those that work here love to revel in the thrill of victory. We are looking for hard-working, fun, ambitious, honest, smart, team-oriented, humble people who want to build a great company. Though we work hard, we also celebrate big through company events, and for top performers we honor their efforts with strong compensation plans and all-expense paid vacations each year to new and exciting destinations.

ABOUT THE JOB 
You will be responsible for:

• Review applications and perform initial underwriting for cannabis and hemp industry accounts.
• Identifying and gathering relevant account information for new business and renewal policies.
• Evaluate, select, and price policies for assigned agencies to achieve underwriting objectives with a focus on new business.
• Generate competitive and comprehensive insurance proposals and work with internal sales team to leverage assets and identify how to obtain the business.
• Assess clients' current insurance placements for strengths and deficiencies.
• Develop and manage assigned agency relationships with producers and customers through visitations and regular customer contact.
• Issue endorsements, policy changes, and account renewals.
• Monitor production, hit ratios, renewal retention ratios, spread of risk, and other production and quality measures.
• Conduct negotiations with assigned agents.
• Act as a resource for others in the department and provide direction to underwriters and support staff as needed.
• Work cooperatively and productively with others.
• Able to handle stress and demands of job.

You will be a great fit if you have:

• At least 3 years of experience and demonstrated proficiency in a Commercial Lines Underwriting role focused on P&C lines of coverage within a Wholesaler or MGA insurance brokerage firm.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as superior client service and problem-solving skills.
• Strong math and analytical skill with an emphasis on problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated efficiency with computer systems and software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office products and Adobe.
• Experience using and Agency Management System – Applied Systems (EPIC) preferred, but otherwise, the ability and willingness to learn.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor's Degree (Risk Management and Insurance Degree Preferred) High School Diploma only will be considered based on industry experience.
• Minimum of 3+ years of Underwriting experience.
• Property and Casualty insurance experience required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

 • Property and Casualty Insurance License required after 6 months of hire.
• Cannabis Training University Certification within 3 months of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Requires moderate to long periods of time sitting at a desk, using computer monitor and keyboard, speaking on the phone, etc.
• Requires short to moderate (intermittent) periods of time standing or walking, often to and from meetings that require sitting.
• Requires very occasional lifting of objects (mostly documents, lap top equipment, etc.) that weigh fewer than 20 pounds.

GENERAL INFORMATION 

This position is a salaried, exempt, and full-time position. 

This position may work from our Folsom CA location or remotely. 

This individual will report to the P&C Operations Leader. 

NOTE: The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Flux is an equal opportunity employer - we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.