Associate Underwriter

West Bend Insurance Company•WI-West Bend US-WI-Madison US-WI-Appleton, WI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are growing at West Bend! Our Commercial Lines Underwriting team plays a critical role in our journey towards profitable growth. Our Underwriters are relationship focused with strong communication skills, motivated, and work in a fast-paced team environment. West Bend is an industry leading carrier that works solely through the independent agency system. We are looking for an underwriter to join our team!

Requirements

0–3+ years of monoline workers compensation or commercial multi-line underwriting experience, depending on level.
Foundational to advanced understanding of P&C insurance and underwriting principles.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to gather and evaluate underwriting information and make informed decisions.
Confidence navigating underwriting systems, workflows, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to continuous learning and adapting to evolving business needs.

Nice To Haves

Higher levels may support team development.

Responsibilities

Underwrite new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements across a range of complexity.
Review and analyze applications, reports, and other data to evaluate risk according to guidelines.
Determine appropriate coverage, pricing, and eligibility while ensuring timely, accurate decisions.
Process policy changes and maintain clear, complete underwriting documentation.
Communicate and collaborate with internal teams, sales, claims, loss control, and agency partners.
Support written premium goals and contribute to the profitability of the portfolio or assigned territory.
Use internal and external data, systems, and workflows to support underwriting decisions.
Maintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of Authority.
Participate in training and skill development.
Manage the performance of an underwriting territory (more experienced underwriters).
Lead agency visits and support growth initiatives (more experienced underwriters).
Mentor new or developing team members (more experienced underwriters).
Contribute to committees, initiatives, and team problem-solving (more experienced underwriters).