Associate Underwriter, Regional Accounts

The Standard • Portland, OR

2d • $25 - $37

About The Position

As a member of The Standard’s Underwriting team, the Associate Underwriter evaluates and underwrites insurance risks within the 10–999 life segment, balancing risk assessment with profitable business growth. The role builds and maintains relationships with producers, field partners, and internal stakeholders while providing responsive customer service and underwriting expertise. It applies underwriting guidelines, company procedures, and state regulatory requirements to support sound business decisions. The position also contributes to departmental initiatives, peer mentoring, projects, and efforts to improve operational excellence and portfolio performance.

The role requires travel once per year. Candidates may be considered at either the Associate Underwriter or Underwriter level based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in underwriting or a similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Higher education.
• Familiarity with state insurance statutes, regulations, and contract provisions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite insurance risks within the 10–999 life market segment to ensure sound risk selection and profitable business outcomes.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with producers, field partners, and internal teams to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Apply underwriting policies, procedures, and state regulatory requirements to make accurate and compliant underwriting decisions.
• Participate in training, knowledge-sharing, and mentoring activities to support team development and strengthen underwriting capabilities.
• Contribute to departmental projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and achieve organizational goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Annual incentive bonus plan.
• Paid time off, including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually; PTO increases with tenure.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Employee giving program that double matches donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.
• Supportive, responsive management and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED