Staff Underwriter
West Bend Insurance Company•WI-West Bend US-WI-Madison US-WI-Appleton US-Remote, WI
•$68,933 - $86,166•Hybrid
About The Position
As a Staff Underwriter, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving commercial underwriting excellence through file reviews, mentorship, and strategic collaboration. This position offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally, analyze trends, and contribute to shaping the future of our underwriting team—all while growing your own expertise in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Five years commercial multi-line underwriting or equivalent experience
- Oral & written communication skills
- Analytical skills and attention to detail
- Time management and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field
- Associate in General Insurance designation
- Associate in Underwriting designation and CPCU course work
Responsibilities
- Conduct quality assurance (QA) file reviews of new business, endorsements and renewals for established underwriting associates and maintain thorough documentation in InPoint and department documents.
- Conduct quarterly focused file reviews as assigned and assist the team by looking for key trends in results.
- Run and distribute reports as assigned.
- Assist the team with analysis of file review trends.
- Attend underwriting territory and team meetings to identify important updates, trends and to provide small group mentoring.
- Works closely with other teams, including but not limited to Product Management, Underwriting, Training and Quality Assurance.
- Assists in technical training for new underwriters, interns and other associates.
- Mentor interns and associates in training by conducting trainee file audits of new business quotes, renewals and endorsements, and providing guidance to develop solid understanding of products, formulating underwriting thought process, and time management/organization.
- Answer technical questions and participate in additional file reviews as needed.
- Provide ongoing technical training for associates on new products and services that are developed.
Benefits
- Medical & Prescription Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life and Accidental Death & Disability
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Standard first year PTO is 17 days , pro-rated based on month of hire
- E nhance d PTO may be available for experienced candidates
- Bonus eligible based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
