Personal Lines Underwriter

FBL Financial Group, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Will be filled at the appropriate level based on experience. Would you like a career where you have the opportunity to develop your skills and continuously learn? Do you thrive in a work environment where you must multi-task and have strong organizational skills? Are you a go-getter with high initiative, a positive attitude and strong customer service experience? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you! With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

Requirements

College degree or equivalent plus one year of relevant experience required.
P/C Insurance background required.
Excellent problem solving, analytical and organizational skills.
Strong customer service skills, including verbal and written communications.
Ability to work under pressure and shift priorities to achieve corporate and business unit goals.
Must be able to meet deadlines.
Ability to negotiate and cope with stressful situations.
Strong computer skills are required to quickly learn our multiple systems.
Must keep up-to-date regarding local, state and federal rules and regulations to insure government compliance and meet company guidelines.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not able to sponsor OPT status.

Nice To Haves

Progress towards industry education is expected.

Responsibilities

Selection of desirable personal lines business for continuous growth of the company.
Assist agency staff in selecting and writing new business.
Respond to underwriting questions and concerns from the agency force.
Re-underwrite existing business with the objective of modifying or eliminating undesirable risks in a manner that will promote the best interest of the company.
Train agents through daily contact and by attending agency meetings and events.