Staff Underwriter

West Bend Insurance Company

6d•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. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates
Bonus eligible based on performance