Senior Specialty Underwriter, California

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of habitational underwriting/insurance experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience preferred, and a strong knowledge of habitational insurance products, coverages, and underwriting principles. Retail agency relationship experience is preferred, along with curiosity, a hardworking attitude, self-accountability, a positive attitude, and a humble and fun demeanor. The candidate must be located in California and have a working understanding of the California insurance landscape.

Responsibilities

The Senior Specialty Underwriter will play a pivotal role in establishing and shaping Honeycomb’s presence in the light-nondamitted market, quoting and releasing new business, analyzing and approving policy changes, maintaining familiarity with E&S state insurance regulations and ISO rules, monitoring the E&S portfolio, supporting marketing functions, completing special projects and assignments, and potentially traveling as needed. They will also utilize next-generation risk assessment, modernized underwriting using cutting-edge technology, and engage with team members and interdivisional partners to achieve profitable business growth and management.

Skills

Data analysis

Risk assessment

Underwriting

Risk selection

Technology utilization

Bespoke coverage

Market shaping

Honeycomb Insurance

Real estate insurance for property owners

About Honeycomb Insurance

Honeycomb Insurance simplifies real estate insurance for condo associations, homeowners associations (HOAs), building owners, property managers, and developers. The company provides instant quotes and cost savings of up to 40% by using advanced technology and expert advice. Unlike competitors, Honeycomb focuses on a people-centered, tech-driven approach that streamlines the insurance process. Its goal is to make real estate insurance more efficient and accessible for a diverse range of clients.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$53.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, Financial ServicesIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Stock Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from other AI-driven insurtech firms could erode market share.

Regulatory challenges may arise as Honeycomb expands into new states.

Cybersecurity threats could compromise Honeycomb's technology and client data.

Differentiation

Honeycomb offers instant online condo building master policies, a unique market proposition.

The company uses AI to bypass traditional property inspections, enhancing efficiency.

Honeycomb's tech-driven model provides up to 40% cost savings for clients.

Upsides

Recent $36M Series B funding supports expansion and AI innovation.

Operating in 16 states, Honeycomb plans to triple insured assets next year.

AI-driven underwriting reduces costs and improves risk assessment accuracy.

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