Underwriter II

Wintrust•Rosemont, IL

About The Position

FIRST Insurance Funding, a subsidiary of Wintrust, is seeking an Underwriter II to analyze financial data and other credit information to determine loan terms and pricing. The role approves quote requests within the employee’s authority and makes recommendations for approval on loans above that authority. It also serves as a source of financial and industry knowledge for colleagues and works directly with clients to create customized financing solutions for complex policies and competitive situations. The position may interface with multiple areas of Wintrust’s business. The successful candidate will participate in assigned department responsibilities, make customer visits, and attend relevant industry conferences. This role is described as a beginner-level subject matter expert on key industry matters.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant experience.
Insurance industry experience.
Knowledge of the MS Office suite, including intermediate Excel skills.
Ability to read and interpret financial statements.
Creative and open-minded problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial data and other credit information to determine loan terms and pricing.
Approve quote requests at a level commensurate with experience.
Make recommendations for approval for loans above the employee’s authority.
Provide financial and industry knowledge to other employees as a beginner-level subject matter expert.
Work directly with clients to create customized financing solutions for complex policies and competitive situations.
Participate in assigned department roles and responsibilities.
Make customer visits and attend relevant industry conferences.