Underwriter

Acrisure
Chicago, IL

Job Description

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.


In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

Job Summary

Are you ready to have an exciting career with a growing company? Appalachian Underwriters, Inc., part of Acrisure, is looking for an Underwriter. This role will work directly with multiple of our carrier partners to shop, approve the risk, and underwrite new and renewal policies. You will partner with our agents and carrier to find the best product to meet the end customer’s needs.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain knowledge of the company’s strategic direction and plan, including goals and objectives to achieve profit and growth.
  • Review insurance policy submissions and determine ability to underwrite, underwrite and price new and renewal business, and present quotes to the agent.
  • Develop strong customer service skills (consistency, quick response, knowledge of products).
  • Use independent judgment and initiative to support business goals.
  • Approve risk based on company and carrier specifications.
  • Shop policies between carrier to find the best coverage.

Requirements

  • Prior experience with Commercial Underwriting preferred.
  • Prior experience with a carrier or MGA highly preferred.
  • Highly organized
  • Excellent time management
  • Teamwork

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in Risk Management & Insurance; or equivalent experience.
  • Property & Casualty required or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Pay Details:

The base compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. This range reflects Acrisure's good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity.

Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.


Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.


Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

  • Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.

  • Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.

  • Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.

  • Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.

  • … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.


Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [email protected].

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.


California Residents:
Learn more about our privacy practices for applicants by visiting the Acrisure California Applicant Privacy Policy.


Recruitment Fraud:
Please visit here to learn more about our Recruitment Fraud Notice.


Welcome, your new opportunity awaits you.

Posted 2026-05-21

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