Assistant Underwriter-Surety

West Bend Insurance Company•Madison, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities. The internal deadline to apply is xx/xx/xxxx. External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open. This position offers a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are located within 50 miles of a West Bend office location will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events. The position can be based in West Bend, Madison or Appleton.

Requirements

0-1 years of experience in the surety industry
Ability to work independently and perform quality work within deadlines.
Data entry and analytical skills
Ability to multi-task
Effective communication skills in all mediums including phone, e-mail, and in-person.
Ability to interact professionally and work well in a high-performance team environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, or related field

Responsibilities

Responsible for learning underwriting principles and standards through instructor led training, testing, self-study courses, and practical application with guidance through a formal mentoring program.
Works with the team to support underwriter needs, business processing, and service goals for our producer partners.
Assists with underwriting file maintenance, and analyzes, evaluates, and refers new and existing business to a senior regional underwriter.
May also have limited authority to assist with the underwriting and servicing of smaller business opportunities.
Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes.
May occasionally travel within the region to agency or principal locations, shadowing senior underwriters prospecting business.
Communicates effectively with agents and provides prompt, quality service.
May represent the company at agency and industry related functions.
Promotes and complies with the values of the division and company.