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Holmes Murphy · 4 days ago

Associate Underwriter - Brainery

West Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Holmes Murphy is seeking an Associate Underwriter for their 2026 Brainery Program in West Des Moines, IA. The program is designed for early-career talent to learn the fundamentals of the insurance industry while contributing to essential underwriting tasks.

Employee BenefitsFinancial ServicesInsuranceProperty InsuranceRisk Management

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist with account setup and maintenance in underwriting systems, ensuring accurate data entry and document tracking

Support underwriting decisions by reviewing client operations, analyzing risk profiles, and conducting industry research

Prepare reporting deliverables such as bordereaux (BDX) reports, premium summaries, and underwriting analytics

Contribute to process improvement initiatives, including technology-driven solutions like AI and automation

Review endorsement transactions, cancellations, and non-renewals for compliance with guidelines

Provide clear, timely, and professional communication to agency personnel

Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Property & Casualty licenseAnalytical skillsInsurance systems familiarityMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skills

Required

College degree required

Active Property & Casualty license or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret underwriting guidelines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Preferred

2–4 years in insurance preferred (for Associate Underwriter track)

Familiarity with insurance systems a plus

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave and supportive New Parent Benefits — We know being a working parent is hard, and we want to support our employees in this journey!

Company paid continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement — We support those who want to develop and grow.

401k Profit Sharing — Each year, Holmes Murphy makes a lump sum contribution to every full-time employee’s 401k. This means, even if you’re not in a position to set money aside for the future at any point in time, Holmes Murphy will do it on your behalf! We are forward-thinking and want to be sure your future is cared for.

Generous time off practices in addition to paid holidays — Yes, we actually encourage employees to use their time off, and they do. After all, you can’t be at your best for our clients if you’re not at your best for yourself first.

Supportive of community efforts with paid Volunteer time off and employee matching gifts to charities that are important to you — Through our Holmes Murphy Foundation, we offer several vehicles where you can make an impact and care for those around you.

DE&I programs — Holmes Murphy is committed to celebrating every employee’s unique diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) experience with us. Not only do we offer all employees a paid Diversity Day time off option, but we also have a Chief Diversity Officer on hand, as well as a DE&I project team, committee, and interest group. You will have the opportunity to take part in those if you wish!

Consistent merit increase and promotion opportunities — Annually, employees are reviewed for merit increases and promotion opportunities because we believe growth is important — not only with your financial wellbeing, but also your career wellbeing.

Discretionary bonus opportunity — Yes, there is an annual opportunity to make more money. Who doesn’t love that?!