Assistant Underwriter-Surety

West Bend Insurance Company•Madison, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

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.

Responsibilities

Support underwriter needs, business processing, and service goals for producer partners.
Assist with underwriting file maintenance.
Analyze, evaluate, and refer new and existing business to a senior regional underwriter.
Underwrite and service smaller business opportunities with limited authority.
Develop and maintain agency and/or broker relationships.
Communicate effectively with agents and provide prompt, quality service.
Represent the company at agency and industry related functions.
Promote and comply with the values of the division and company.