HAI Group - Current Openings

Current Career Opportunities Senior Developer/Analyst A well established specialty insurance company seeks an experienced client-server developer/analyst. The individual will analyze business requirements, produce design specifications, and develop solutions. The work will involve application enhancements, new application modules, and production problem resolution. The individual must possess good problem solving and analytical skills, communicate and work well with users and team members, and manage multiple complex tasks. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience developing with MS SQL Server (2005 preferred); ASP.Net (3.5 preferred); VB.Net, Sharepoint (2007 preferred), and other web type skills. Documentation requirements such as writing External Design Documents, Technical Requirement Documents and Technical Test Plans. Please send your resume no later than January 12, 2009 to: HAl Group ATTN: HR Senior Developer/Analyst P.O. Box 189 Cheshire, CT 06410 Equal Opportunity Employer Position Summary: The Senior Developer/Analyst develops complex technical solutions to meet the needs of the business. He/she works with the user and MIS team to help understand, prioritize, and plan application support efforts. He/she designs, develops, and implements new applications and enhancements to existing applications. He/she also provides some technical and analytical direction to other members of the development team. Finally, he/she provides expertise to resolve problems with existing technology as well as analyze and introduce new technology. He/she must demonstrate a strong customer focus. Position Responsibilities: Develop, test and implement new applications, enhancements to existing applications, and resolution of application problems. Provide necessary support to internal customers for custom applications. Analyze business requirements. Perform and document corresponding application analysis, design and programming specifications. Provide technical and analytical direction and support to other members of the development team. Estimate and plan development efforts as requested. Provide input on work prioritization. Design database models and structures to support application requirements. Tune applications and databases to resolve performance problems. Develop, document and execute methods and procedures for application development. Keep abreast of technological developments related to application development. Analyze and implement new technology and upgrades. Other duties as assigned Desirable Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 1-3 years experience in Property and Casualty Insurance application development. 5-7 years experience in application development, with significant experience in a Client/Server development. Physical Requirements: Light lifting, carrying, push, pull or move objects up to 40 lbs Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, visual acuity, talking Ability to negotiate between airline terminals and gates in a timely manner Product Development Analyst This position assists with designing and maintaining commercial insurance products including rules, forms, underwriting guidelines, internal training, filing submissions to state insurance regulators; data management and analysis. This position will also review policies for compliance with company standards and state regulations. At least 5 years property casualty insurance experience in commercial underwriting. Strong insurance knowledge of P&C lines, specifically GL, Auto and Property. Insurance designations desirable. Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills required. Please send your resume no later than January 12, 2009 to: HAl Group ATTN: HR Product Development Analyst P.O. Box 189 Cheshire, CT 06410 Equal Opportunity Employer Position Summary: This position reports to the Product Development Manager or their designee. The analyst supports the Product Development Unit with policy compliance administration, maintenance of the forms portfolio, filing of forms and rates; data management and analysis and development of new programs. Assist with reviews policies for conformance with prescribed guidelines. Assist with researching regulations, drafting rules, reviewing new program forms and developing internal guidelines. Monitors industry filings for changes in rules, forms and regulations. Supports the Manager with other duties tasks and projects as required. Position Responsibilities: Contributes to development of independently managed lines of business, to include statutory/regulatory analysis, form selection, endorsement development, rate level analysis, loss, premium and exposure analysis; underwriting guidelines and educational bulletins. Assists in reviewing new business and renewal policies for compliance with fronting carrier, reinsurer, company and state guidelines. Participates in the design and development of independent HAI Group product enhancements to include the coordination of forms, support design for underwriting systems, creation of processing procedures, initiation of product rules and establishment of statistical/financial reporting codes. Assists with rate and forms filings. Coordinates, contributes, maintains and edits articles, procedures and manuals. Tracks changes to automobile financial responsibility laws and related coverage and forms issues including updating and maintaining Auto Supplemental applications that conform with state regulations. Maintains a current and accurate listing of primary and mandatory forms for the major lines supported by the company, by monitoring industry form and rule changes, state surcharges and fees. Analyze and interpret industry forms for applicability to HAI Group’s customer needs. Assists in development and presentation of training programs for new initiatives. Establishes and maintains cancellation, non-renewal, and countersignature requirements by state. Performs other related and non-related activities as directed by supervisor. Desirable Training and Experience: High School diploma or GED required 4 year college degree Industry designations are desirable. Five years underwriting and/or product development experience Detailed knowledge of insurance concepts and practices required Detailed knowledge of Commercial Insurance form structure and content required Experience with internet research required Rate and form filing experience desired Physical Requirements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, visual acuity, talking Light lifting- lifting, carrying, push, pull or move objects up to 20 lbs Senior Underwriter A niche insurance company has an opening for a Senior Underwriter. This position has the responsibility for larger and more complex member accounts. Functions include: underwriting/pricing new and renewal policies, coordinating policy services, liaison with outside vendors, providing insurance services to members, agency services, program management and marketing support. The successful candidate must have a minimum of five years experience as a multi-line Underwriter or Account Manager in an Underwriting Dept. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification required; Agents license desired. HAI Group offers an attractive work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please send your resume no later than January 19, 2009 to: HAl Group ATTN: HR Senior Underwriter P.O. Box 189 Cheshire, CT 06410 Equal Opportunity Employer Position Summary: Responsible for multi-line underwriting, policy issuance and customer service. Responsible for larger and more complex member accounts. Functions include: underwriting / pricing new and renewal policies, coordinating policy services, liaison with outside vendors, providing insurance services to members, agency services, program management and marketing support. Position Responsibilities: Underwrite (larger and more complex accounts) current and prospective members with in specific underwriting authority. Monitor account performance, agency activities, marketing activities, premium delinquencies and required reporting. Communicate with PHA staff in public relations, problem solving and service capacity. Assist in operational training activities with underwriting and support staff and insure prompt delivery of service to members. Act as a travel representative for various corporate activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of commercial lines coverage, underwriting, agency operations, marketing and program management. Superior math skills and the ability to understand and interpret statistical information. Ability to work as a lead person in an interactive work environment. Ability to plan, organize and direct work activities and train departmental staff. Ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on data available. Ability to communicate in both written and oral mediums. Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with other employees, members & the general public. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to operate in a Windows environment. Knowledge and commitment to company mission and organizational values. Effective listening skills. Knowledge of property-liability insurance company operations. Desirable Skills and Experience Minimum of five years experience as a multi-line Underwriter or Account Manager in an Underwriting Department. Previous experience in insurance agency operations. Knowledge of public housing operations preferred. Proficiency in the use of a PC and network based programs. Bachelor’s degree required. Certificate in General Insurance required ACSR desired Agents License desired. Physical Requirements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, visual acuity, talking Light lifting- lifting, carrying, push, pull or move objects up to 20 lbs Underwriter A growing Central Connecticut insurance company is searching for an Underwriter. This position prepares quotes for new and renewal accounts by reviewing exposures, risk control, and claim information and updates account information and rates to determine premium for accounts; analyzes and assesses the continuing financial acceptability of assigned accounts; maintains good relationships with members, agents and brokers; trains employees; travels as required. A high school diploma, IIA “Intro” course to Property & Liability and a Certificate in General Insurance is required. Associates in Underwriting, ACSR, Agent’s license and Associate degree desired. A minimum of 3 years experience as an Assistant Account Manager or similar experience in the insurance industry with multi-line commercial insurance experience preferred. Please send your resume no later than January 19, 2009 to: HAl Group ATTN: HR Underwriter P.O. Box 189 Cheshire, CT 06410 Equal Opportunity Employer Position Summary: Responsible for multi-line underwriting, policy issuance and customer service. Functions include: underwriting, pricing new and renewal policies, coordinating policy services, providing services to members. The incumbent will also act as a liaison with outside service providers. Position Responsibilities: Underwrite current and prospective members Communicate with PHA staff in a public relations, problem solving and service capacity. Monitor account performance / premium delinquency and required reporting. Assist in activities with underwriting and support staff and insure prompt service delivery to members. Perform other duties as assigned. Conduct Member Visits. Desirable Training and Experience: Three or more years experience in insurance underwriting operations or comparable business experience. PC word processing and database experience. High school diploma or equivalent plus additional course work of one year or more (Associate Degree preferred). IIA “Intro” Course for Property and Liability required. Certificate in General Insurance required. ACSR desirable. Agents License desirable. Physical Requirements: Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, lifting, visual acuity, talking Light lifting- lifting, carrying, push, pull or move objects up to 20 lbs [To Top of Page]