Associate Underwriter, Remote

Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

The Associate Underwriter is a Commercial Enterprise role designed to build foundational insurance and underwriting knowledge through structured training, guided practice, and hands‑on experience. The position begins within West Bend Express (WBE), where the associate evaluates assigned small market new business submissions while developing the judgment, technical skills, and agency relationships needed for future underwriting opportunities across Commercial Enterprise.

This position is an in‑office role located in West Bend or Madison WI. No remote opportunities for this position are available at this time.

The Associate Underwriter participates in a structured onboarding experience within WBE that combines formal learning, practical application, coaching, and feedback. Complete assigned training and development activities.

Prepare for future underwriting opportunities within Commercial Enterprise. Underwrite assigned Commercial Enterprise new business submissions, within the small market segment.

Support written premium, profitability, quality, and service goals through timely and accurate underwriting decisions in a fast‑paced environment.

Document underwriting files with appropriate detail, rationale, and clarity.

Seek feedback, apply coaching, and demonstrate continued progress toward underwriting independence.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Enjoys relationship building and cultivating West Bend culture with external agents.

Preferred Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. 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

Pet Insurance

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.

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.

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