Sr Commercial Agribusiness Underwriter
Location
Urbandale, IA | United States
Job description
Rated Best Places to Work 2020 by Business Insurance, Continental Western Group is a regional property casualty insurance company offering commercial products and services through independent agents in the Midwest. CWG provides unique value through the service provided by our experienced group of employees and independent agents. Since 1886 - Strong, Local and Trusted.
As a Berkley company, we enjoy operational flexibility that allows us to deliver quality coverage solutions. W. R. Berkley Corporation, and all member insurance companies, are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company, and carry Standard & Poor’s Financial Rating of A+ (Strong). #LI-AV1 #LI-Remote
This position can either be fully remote (but must reside in our 13 state footprint: WY, CO, ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, MI or IN) or based in our Urbandale, IA office which offers a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 days remote where it makes sense to do so.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
As an Agribusiness Underwriter , you will accept, retain and price moderate to high exposure commercial property and casualty insurance accounts in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and within delegated authority level. We'll rely on you to manage an assigned territory to achieve profitable growth objectives by properly classifying and pricing risks; building strong internal and external business relationships; analyzing competitive marketing data, identifying territory needs; and developing, implementing and monitoring action plans as appropriate. You'll also serve as an underwriting resource by providing knowledge and insight to underwriting staff.
You'll be an integral part of a small close knit, high-performing Commercial Lines team and grow the farm business. You'll work closely with appointed Ag/Farm agencies and be empowered to manage your territory while having the support of a descisive leadership team when evaluating large complex accounts that can be very diverse within the Farm/Ag sector. We'll trust you to be provide best in class service to your agents when writing business or delivering difficult news.
What you can expect:
- Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
- Internal mobility opportunities
- Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
- Opportunity to impact change
- Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education
We'll count on you to:
- Review renewal accounts by examining business operations, classification, contract forms and loss activity. Determines if account is an acceptable risk, price in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and within delegated authority level. Review endorsement requests exceeding Underwriter and/or Underwriting Assistant’s authority level and takes appropriate procedural action.
- Assess new commercial insurance risks and determines accurate classification of business, policy contract forms and pricing of risk. Work within broad limits and authority on commercial underwriting accounts of moderate to high exposure.
- Travel assigned territory and meet with agents to enhance business relationships, promote profitability and growth of new business and the retention of existing business. Educate agency staff on Company’s pricing and risk selection philosophy.
- Partner with regional Business Development staff to identify new business opportunities from the agency force to assess, quote, inspect and accept.
- Effectively manage assigned territory to achieve established profitability, growth and retention goals. Analyzes and monitor agency results and competitive marketing data to identify trends and opportunities.
- Remain current on industry trends and competitive landscape.
- Serve as an underwriting resource to underwriting staff and agents regarding products, coverages and rating procedures.
- May perform peer quality reviews.
What you need to have:
- Bachelor's degree
- Five to seven years commercial underwriting experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of commercial underwriting guidelines, insurance forms and coverages and a proven ability to exercise good judgement and creativity when assessing and accepting commercial risks.
- Advanced insurance education highly desired, e.g., AU, CIC, CPCU.
- Completion of or working toward AU, CIC, CPCU or similar designation.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver’s license for travel. Ability to travel within assigned territory on a consistent basis (i.e. once a quarter)
What makes you stand out:
- Farm underwriting experience is highly desired
- Account relationship management skills, can easily build new relationships
- Demonstrates strong business acumen, problem resolution and critical thinking skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment that continuously adapts based on customer need
- Strong organizational and desk management skills coupled with collaboration and teamwork
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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