Associate Underwriter Specialty

West Bend Insurance Company is recognized as a top workplace and is committed to creating a welcoming culture for its associates. They are seeking an Associate Underwriter to support their Commercial Lines Underwriting team by evaluating new business submissions, processing renewals, and handling policy change requests, all while delivering exceptional service to agency partners.ResponsibilitiesUnderwrite new business submissions and routine renewals under supervisionEvaluate exposures and determine insurability based on established guidelinesProcess policy change requests and ensure accurate documentationCommunicate effectively with internal teams and external agency partnersSupport the attainment of written premium goals through timely and accurate underwriting decisionsMaintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of AuthorityDocument underwriting files with sufficient detail and claritySkillsUnderwrite new business submissions and routine renewals under supervisionEvaluate exposures and determine insurability based on established guidelinesProcess policy change requests and ensure accurate documentationCommunicate effectively with internal teams and external agency partnersSupport the attainment of written premium goals through timely and accurate underwriting decisionsMaintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of AuthorityDocument underwriting files with sufficient detail and clarityOrganizational and analytical skillsOral and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work independently and collaborativelyProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteFluent in system navigation and workflow management toolsAbility to gather and analyze underwriting informationBachelor'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. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidatesBonus eligible based on performanceWest 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.Company 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/. Apply To this Job .