Commercial Lines Underwriter

Western National Insurance Group is a private mutual insurance company with over 120 years of experience serving customers' property-and-casualty insurance needs. They are seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriter to develop a book of business by writing and retaining commercial lines accounts through assigned agencies.ResponsibilitiesBuilds and maintains strong agency relationshipsEffectively manages an agency territory to achieve established growth and profit goalsUses established practices, processes, procedures, and underwriting authority level to analyze the operations and exposures of different types of risksAssesses risks and exposures on new and existing business to identify opportunities to maximize assigned territory loss ratio and growth objectivesExecutes policies within established authority level and established eligible risksApplies basic knowledge of coverage / forms / symbols / endorsements per line of businessApplies basic knowledge of ratingWrites new business as defined by annual goals determined by the departmentApplies knowledge to help solve problems of relatively limited scope and complexityConsistently acts according to our customer experience standards, including responding quickly, maintaining a positive attitude, building rapport, demonstrating empathy, managing the customer’s expectations, using the proper communication channel for the situation, and taking ownership to ensure the customer’s issue is resolvedSkillsDemonstrated time management skills with ability to meet deadlinesStrong negotiation and relationship-building skillsAbility to exercise sound business judgementProficient use of various core systems, office and computer equipment, and software packagesBachelor's degree preferred, experience in lieu of degree acceptableDemonstrated intermediate organizational and prioritization skills with ability to accomplish multiple prioritiesDemonstrated understanding of industry practices, standards, and underwriting conceptsDemonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writingOne or more years of experience or exposure to underwriting concepts preferredBenefitsMedical insurance plan options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, and more!Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) Plan (participants are eligible for 100% matching on the first 6% of their contributions)Wellbeing Program, including onsite fitness studioPaid Time Off – including holiday, vacation, and volunteer100% company-paid tuition reimbursement for approved job-relevant coursework and access to The Institutes (Risk and insurance education)Paid parental leaveBonus opportunitiesCompany OverviewWestern National Insurance provides insurance products and services to individuals and businesses. It was founded in 1900, and is headquartered in Edina, Missouri, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://wnins.com.



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