Sentry · 2 weeks ago
Middle Market Underwriter
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSentry is one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States, seeking a Senior Underwriting Specialist. In this role, you will evaluate the acceptability of submitted or existing business, work closely with agency and internal sales partners, and handle complex underwriting assignments.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Work closely with agency partners and internal sales partners to obtain information needed to properly underwrite, price, and program individual policies/accounts
Through the use of manuals, established procedures, and information collected works on the more complex underwriting assignments. Refer business outside of authority limit
Responsible for underwriting of the more complex, larger accounts
Evaluate established procedures for effectiveness and recommends change
Work closely with other business products functions to ensure service and quality objectives are met. These units include rating, general services, audit, safety sciences, customer accounting and customer service
Demonstrate an understanding of the insurance marketplace, and emerging industry issues
Train other underwriters, give presentations and conduct training on underwriting procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
Previous insurance underwriting experience
Demonstrated knowledge of specific product line insurance concepts and terminology
Comprehensive knowledge of reinsurance procedures
Effective analytical, human relations, and communication skills
Limited Travel
Preferred
Completion or in the process of taking insurance courses such as IIA and CPCU
Benefits
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
Company
Sentry
In 1904, members of the Wisconsin Retail Hardware Association founded their own insurance company—one built on mutual support, shared strength, and a commitment to service.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Aaron Deering
Chief Technology Officer
Todd Schroeder
Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer
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