Acadia Insurance is a regional property casualty insurer with offices throughout the Northeast.  As a member of W.R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB), one of the largest property casualty insurance holding companies in the United States, our financial strength and integrity are two of the main reasons why Independent Agents place business with us.  Acadia is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, with an A+ claim paying ability rating by Standard & Poor’s. 

 

At Acadia, we value our employees, our customers and our communities.  Employees at Acadia are part of a progressive company where everyone can make a difference.  We promote an inclusive environment which encourages continuous learning and the chance to grow and develop. 

 

Company URL:  https://www.acadiainsurance.com/

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for underwriting and relationship-building? Acadia Insurance is seeking a Commercial Lines Small Business Underwriter to join our dynamic team and help drive profitable growth in a collaborative, customer-focused environment.

What You’ll Do

As a key contributor to our underwriting team, you’ll:

• Manage new and renewal accounts with a focus on acquisition and profitability.
• Evaluate, select, and price policies to meet growth and loss ratio goals.
• Build and maintain strong agency relationships through regular engagement.
• Analyze agency performance and recommend strategic improvements.
• Coordinate with internal teams on claims, audits, billing, and loss control.
• Negotiate facultative reinsurance and develop loss-sensitive pricing models.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in commercial lines underwriting or related insurance experience.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence and build lasting relationships.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive to achieve results.
• Familiarity with underwriting tools (e.g., Silver Plume, Reference Connect).
• Professional insurance coursework (CPCU, AU) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel occasionally.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:
• Base Salary Range: 75k-$90k
• Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus
• Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role