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Production Underwriter For A Program Manager

PPIB is a program manager focused on developing insurance programs for niche industriesincluding pyrotechnics, tattoo and body art studios, medispas, and other unique industries. Established in 1993 we have grown into a recognized leader in innovative program development. We collaborate with industry professionals, as well as with retail and wholesale brokers to ensure our programs meet real-world needs and evolving trends.

In 2018, PPIB joined Specialty Program Group (SPG), a division of HUB International. This partnership allows us to maintain the expertise and personal service of a small, specialized organization while benefiting from the resources, stability, and support of a global brokerage.

As we continue to grow and explore new opportunities, we are seeking talented individuals who share our passion for innovation and want to help build the next generation of specialty insurance programs. If you are driven, curious, and excited to contribute to meaningful, high-impact work, we invite you to join our team.

As a Production Underwriter for a Program Manager, you play a key role in driving revenue growth and building strong client relationships across insureds, retail insurance agents, and wholesale brokers. This position combines proactive sales engagement with exceptional underwriting to promote our programs and expand business opportunities. Responsibilities include quoting renewals and new business, driving follow-ups to close sales, identifying cross-sell opportunities, processing endorsements and payments, and ensuring timely policy binds to support company growth targets.

Essential functions include:

• Obtaining renewal and/or underwriting information for accounts
• Conduct follow-ups on applications and quotes to convert prospects into binds
• Communicate effectively via phone and email to promote products and provide solutions to clients and brokers
• Rate accounts and prepare compelling quote proposals with appropriate terms and conditions
• Checking/reviewing policies for accuracy
• Binding policies and completing associated paperwork including processing payments
• Ensuring that items are delivered to clients in a timely manner
• Quote and process change endorsements while identifying potential upsell opportunities
• Strengthen and expand relationships with brokers and carriers to increase program growth
• Participate in marketing meetings to assist in developing sales strategies and promotional materials
• Provide performance feedback and identify potential enhancements to expand program competitiveness
• Participate and present at industry related events/conventions.
• Perform other duties as assigned including projects

Competencies to be expected within 9-12 months include:

• Full understanding and application of Underwriting Guidelines to facilitate efficient quoting and closing
• Proficient knowledge of program applications, marketing strategies, and sales tools
• Ability to independently rate, quote, bind policies and endorsements, and complete schedules with minimal to no oversight
• Competency in understanding state-specific requirements
• Understanding of PPIB procedures, systems, and workflows to drive sales efficiency

Eligibility qualifications include:

• Active Property & Casualty License Home State
• 5+ years of prior commercial insurance preferably in a sales or revenue-focused role
• Fully proficient with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat

Other information includes:

• Remote eligible if more than 75 miles from Petaluma location
• In office required if within 75 miles from Petaluma location with an option to work from home two days a week
• Permanent remote employees are expected to travel to Petaluma office 4-5 times per year (company paid within approved guideline)
• Work hours are from 8:30am PST to 5:00pm PST, Monday Friday, regardless of location
• This job description is not exhaustive and may be updated as needed without prior notice.

Compensation:

Disclosure required under applicable law in California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, and Washington states: The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $95,000 and will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate's skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position's business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages: health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits such as vacation, sick, and personal days, and eligible bonuses, equity and commissions for some positions.

HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

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