Specialty Underwriting

West Bend Insurance Company is recognized as a Top Workplace and is committed to creating an environment where associates feel valued. The Underwriter evaluates insurance risks and supports profitable growth by underwriting new business, renewals, and policy changes while collaborating closely with agency partners and internal teams.ResponsibilitiesUnderwrite new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements within assigned authorityReview and analyze insurance applications, reports, and related data to evaluate risk and determine insurabilityProcess policy change requests and ensure accuracy and completeness of documentationCommunicate effectively with internal partners and external agency contacts to support underwriting decisionsDocument underwriting files with sufficient detail and clarity to support decisions and complianceSupport written premium and profitability goals through timely, accurate underwritingMaintain compliance with underwriting guidelines, rate plans, best practices, and the Letter of AuthorityParticipate in ongoing training and development to build underwriting knowledge and stay current with industry trendsAssist Sales Manager with agency-level premium planning and production supportSkillsStrong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skillsEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteConfidence navigating underwriting systems, workflows, and toolsAbility to gather, evaluate, and analyze underwriting informationEntry-level or developing underwriting experience; commercial underwriting exposure preferred for Associate levelMinimum 1 year of commercial multi-line underwriting experience with a basic to intermediate understanding of P&C insurance principles for Underwriter I levelBachelor's degree in Business, Insurance or related fieldBenefitsMedical & Prescription InsuranceHealth Savings AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsLife and Accidental Death & DisabilityAccident and Critical Illness InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) Plan with Company MatchPet InsurancePaid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire.Bonus eligible based on performanceCompany OverviewFor more than 130 years, West Bend has been a trusted provider of insurance products, serving the diverse needs of business, home, and automobile owners. It was founded in 1894, and is headquartered in West Bend, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.thesilverlining.com/.



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