Upland Capital Group, Inc. is an AM Best rated “A-” VIII specialty property/casualty insurer headquartered in Dallas, Texas. They are seeking an Associate Underwriter to assist with day-to-day functions of the Underwriting operation, focusing on underwriting renewal and new policies in compliance with established guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite Product Recall & Contamination risks with focus on profitability
- Establish relationships with brokers
- Works with direct guidance from Vice President, Underwriting and other senior staff to review line of business submissions to ensure accuracy with quoting
- Gather required information, negotiate terms & pricing and provide input on underwriting decisions
- Operates within defined level of authority, following defined internal approval process and all applicable underwriting guidelines as noted within underwriting manuals and policies
- Coordinate with Underwriting Assistant on issuance of binders, policies, endorsements and other documents as needed, as well as follow ups with brokers for required outstanding subjectivities
- Collaborates with senior staff members to participate in marketing efforts
- Performs other duties or tasks as assigned by leadership
- Continuing education and pursuing designations
Skills
- Bachelor's degree and 0-3 years of experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills with solid negotiation capability
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and data‑driven decision‑making skills
- Detail‑oriented team player able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency
- Knowledge of insurance terminology and processes
- Hybrid schedule: in‑office (Chicago) 2–3 days per week
- Willing to travel 5–10% for marketing effort
Benefits
- Health insurance including FSA and HSA options and free access to Teladoc
- Vision
- Dental
- Disability and life insurance
- Parental leave
- Responsible time off (unlimited vacation days without an accrual system)
- Paid sick time as required by law
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
Company Overview
Upland Capital Group, Inc. is an AM Best “A-“ (Excellent) rated specialty property and casualty insurer based in Dallas, Texas. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.uplandcapgroup.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Upland Specialty Insurance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.