Commercial Lines Underwriter

Commercial Lines Underwriter Western National Insurance Group is a private mutual insurance company with over 120 years of experience serving customers in the property and casualty insurance industry. Opportunities Western National seeks a Commercial Lines Underwriter to develop a book of business by writing and retaining commercial lines accounts through assigned agencies. Responsibilities Builds and maintains strong agency relationships. Effectively manages an agency territory to achieve established growth and profit goals. Uses established practices, processes, procedures, and underwriting authority level to analyze the operations and exposures of different types of risks. Assesses risks and exposures on new and existing business to identify opportunities to maximize assigned territory loss ratio and growth objectives. Executes policies within established authority level and established eligible risks. Applies basic knowledge of coverage / forms / symbols / endorsements per line of business. Applies basic knowledge of rating. Writes new business as defined by annual goals determined by the department. Applies knowledge to help solve problems of relatively limited scope and complexity. Consistently acts according to our customer experience standards, including responding quickly, maintaining a positive attitude, building rapport, demonstrating empathy, managing the customers' expectations, using the proper communication channel for the situation, and taking ownership to ensure the customers' issue is resolved. Must-Have Qualifications Demonstrated time management skills with ability to meet deadlines. Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills. Ability to exercise sound business judgement. Proficient use of various core systems, office and computer equipment, and software packages. Bachelor's degree preferred, experience in lieu of degree acceptable. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated intermediate organizational and prioritization skills with ability to accomplish multiple priorities. Demonstrated understanding of industry practices, standards, and underwriting concepts. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. One or more years of experience or exposure to underwriting concepts preferred. Compensation Overview The targeted hiring range for this role is $59,000 to $82,900 annually. The base pay offered may vary depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, credentials, and experience of each candidate, as well as other factors such as scope and location of the role. Candidates looking for compensation outside of the posted range are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on their individual qualifications. Benefits Medical 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 studio. Paid Time Off - including holiday, vacation, and volunteer. 100% company-paid tuition reimbursement for approved job-relevant coursework and access to The Institutes (Risk and insurance education). Paid parental leave. Bonus opportunities. Employment Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Western National is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. EEO Statement Western National provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Western National Group & Umialik Insurance