Territory Underwriter Specialist

As a Territory Underwriter Specialist, you’ll market & underwrite Sentry’s products & services to select Commercial Lines independent agents & brokers in a defined territory. We are currently seeking an experienced, self-motivated and results driven individual to fulfill a highly skilled position as a Territory Underwriter Specialist. You will manage and coordinate the sales and placement of middle market business in a wide variety of classes and lines of business. What You'll Do The Territory Underwriter Specialist will be responsible for agent and broker relationships. The ideal candidate would reside in Northern California. In addition, you’ll: Solicit accounts through select agents and brokers Evaluate, underwrite, and price prospective accounts to select independent agents Serve as the primary contact with assigned agents and brokers Provide comprehensive sales expertise to increase production through agency channels Work with assigned agents and brokers on the coordinating of resolutions What it Takes Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience Minimum of 5 years related work experience, with multi-line middle market underwriting experience handling accounts in construction, manufacturing, wholesale, real estate, and service industries preferred Knowledge of the Northern California marketplace, and existing or past relationships with larger independent agents preferred Previous technical insurance experience, preferably with sales Experience with underwriting large complex accounts Exceptional communication and relationship building skills Strong business and pipeline development skills Ability to meet travel requirements as you’ll be prospecting new business opportunities in an agent office; meeting with insureds during safety inspections, and participating in mid-year claims review meetings Ability to travel and have a valid driver’s license with the ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record Based on experience and qualifications, the pay range for this position is: $144,720-$217,200 annually. What You'll Receive At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive. Company car with gas card. 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future. Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Well-being and Employee Assistance programs Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving. About Sentry We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction. Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority. Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth. Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await! Joe Larsen View email address on click.appcast.io Talent Acquisition Specialist Senior Equal Employment Opportunity Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation. Our associates are the most important part of our company. We became one of the most financially strong mutual insurance companies in the U.S. by striving to provide the best possible service to our business customers. We do this by having conversations, forming relationships, and getting to know the people we work with and their businesses. We make that same commitment to our associates. When you join Sentry, we don’t just want you to perform tasks each day. We want you to enjoy your time with us. You’re in the driver’s seat of your career path here—sharing feedback, creating goals, accessing professional development resources, and identifying how you can contribute to both your success and the success of the company. Yes, we work hard. But we work with the purpose of helping others, and with the understanding that there’s more to life than work. We invite you to learn more about us. You’ll find we’re much more than insurance.