Underwriter Development Program - Commercial Lines

At Amwins , we’re not just developing underwriters — we’re building elite sales professionals.

Our Underwriter Development Program (UDP) at Amwins Access is a 2.5-year intensive training track designed to fast-track your career as a Production Underwriter — a role that combines strategic sales with technical underwriting .

This role is not a traditional underwriting position — it is a highly sales-driven role where you will be measured on performance metrics , build and manage your own profitable book of business , and take ownership of sourcing and developing new opportunities to underwrite throughout the program.

If you're entrepreneurial, thrive in a competitive environment, and want a career where your effort drives your income , this is your runway.

Please note that this position will have two start dates: April & June 2027

Program Break Down

Phase 1: Underwriting, Technical & Sales Skills Training

• Participate in cohort-based, instructor-led training sessions and case studies
• Learn core underwriting concepts, risk evaluation, pricing, and policy structure
• Apply training directly in the office through hands-on underwriting experience alongside a dedicated mentor
• Quote new business and renewal accounts from retail agents
• Assist with servicing existing accounts, including endorsements, renewals, and policy changes
• Prospect for new retail agency relationships and business opportunities
• Conduct cold calls and attend agency visits
• Build and maintain relationships with retail agents and carrier partners
• Gain experience presenting products, negotiating terms, and positioning solutions
• Continue developing underwriting judgment while expanding external-facing responsibilities

Phase 2: Business Development, Provisional Year

• Begin building and managing an individual book of business
• Develop and retain a client base while driving new revenue
• Strengthen long-term agency and carrier relationships
• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of accounts with increasing autonomy
• Graduate from the program upon achieving established revenue targets

Phase 3: Post Graduation of Program (Production Underwriter)

• Continue to grow and manage a personal book of business at Amwins
• Prospect for new business by developing strong relationships with retail agents through both traditional and creative marketing strategies
• Stay current on insurance company offerings and effectively leverage market opportunities to drive production
• Identify and develop new business markets and/or lines of business using sales techniques rooted in trust and long?term relationship building
• Mentor, train, and develop new team members to support sustained growth and performance

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new revenue through relationship-based sales with retail agents.
• Get real-world training in sales strategy, negotiation, and market development.
• Analyze risk and underwrite accounts across Commercial Lines
• Leverage exclusive carrier relationships and state-of-the-art technology
• Travel to industry events, build your network, and learn from the best in the business.
• Mentor and manage your own team after completing the program

What We’re Looking For

• Recent graduates (Bachelor’s preferred) with fewer than 3 years of work experience
• Less than 12 months of insurance experience
• Competitive, goal-oriented individuals with a desire to excel in sales
• Strong communicators who love solving problems and building relationships

What You’ll Get

• Structured development path with clear milestones
• Dedicated mentorship and leadership support
• Opportunity to build a long-term career at Amwins upon program graduation
• Base salary with unlimited income opportunity upon program graduation
• Full benefits from day 1
• Access to exclusive insurance markets and powerful tech to help you win

At Amwins, we win together — and have a good time doing it.