Specialty Underwriting

West Bend Insurance Company

22h•$54,956 - $76,936•Hybrid

About The Position

The Underwriter (Associate or Underwriter I) evaluates insurance risks and supports profitable growth by underwriting new business, renewals, and policy changes in accordance with established guidelines. This role collaborates closely with agency partners and internal teams to deliver timely, accurate underwriting decisions and exceptional service. Level and scope of responsibility will be aligned to the selected candidate’s experience and demonstrated underwriting capability.

Requirements

Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Confidence navigating underwriting systems, workflows, and tools.
Ability to gather, evaluate, and analyze underwriting information.
Associate level: Entry-level or developing underwriting experience; commercial underwriting exposure preferred.
Underwriter I level: Minimum 1 year of commercial multi-line underwriting experience with a basic to intermediate understanding of P&C insurance principles.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field

Responsibilities

Underwrite new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements within assigned authority.
Review and analyze insurance applications, reports, and related data to evaluate risk and determine insurability.
Process policy change requests and ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Communicate effectively with internal partners and external agency contacts to support underwriting decisions.
Document underwriting files with sufficient detail and clarity to support decisions and compliance.
Support written premium and profitability goals through timely, accurate underwriting.
Maintain compliance with underwriting guidelines, rate plans, best practices, and the Letter of Authority.
Participate in ongoing training and development to build underwriting knowledge and stay current with industry trends.
(Underwriter I level) Assist Sales Manager with agency-level premium planning and production support.

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
West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.