West Bend Insurance Company · 18 hours ago
Underwriter - Monoline Workers Compensation
Madison, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$63K/yr - $108K/yr
0+ years expWest Bend Insurance Company is recognized as a top workplace and is committed to fostering a welcoming culture. They are seeking an Underwriter for their Commercial Lines Underwriting team who will be responsible for underwriting new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements while ensuring timely and accurate decisions.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Underwrite new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements across a range of complexity
Review and analyze applications, reports, and other data to evaluate risk according to guidelines
Determine appropriate coverage, pricing, and eligibility while ensuring timely, accurate decisions
Process policy changes and maintain clear, complete underwriting documentation
Communicate and collaborate with internal teams, sales, claims, loss control, and agency partners
Support written premium goals and contribute to the profitability of the portfolio or assigned territory
Use internal and external data, systems, and workflows to support underwriting decisions
Maintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of Authority
Participate in training and skill development; more experienced underwriters may:
Manage the performance of an underwriting territory
Lead agency visits and support growth initiatives
Mentor new or developing team members
Contribute to committees, initiatives, and team problem-solving
Qualification
Required
Underwrite new business submissions, renewals, and endorsements across a range of complexity
Review and analyze applications, reports, and other data to evaluate risk according to guidelines
Determine appropriate coverage, pricing, and eligibility while ensuring timely, accurate decisions
Process policy changes and maintain clear, complete underwriting documentation
Communicate and collaborate with internal teams, sales, claims, loss control, and agency partners
Support written premium goals and contribute to the profitability of the portfolio or assigned territory
Use internal and external data, systems, and workflows to support underwriting decisions
Maintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of Authority
Participate in training and skill development; more experienced underwriters may manage the performance of an underwriting territory, lead agency visits and support growth initiatives, mentor new or developing team members, and contribute to committees, initiatives, and team problem-solving
Preferred
0–3+ years of monoline workers compensation or commercial multi-line underwriting experience, depending on level
Foundational to advanced understanding of P&C insurance and underwriting principles
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to gather and evaluate underwriting information and make informed decisions
Confidence navigating underwriting systems, workflows, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work independently and collaboratively; higher levels may support team development
Commitment to continuous learning and adapting to evolving business needs
Bachelor's degree in Business, Insurance or related field
Completion of certificate in General Insurance and Associate in Underwriting program
Benefits
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
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off . Standard first year PTO is 17 days , pro-rated based on month of hire. E nhance d PTO may be available for experienced candidates
Bonus eligible based on performance
Company
West Bend Insurance Company
For more than 130 years, West Bend has been a trusted provider of insurance products, serving the diverse needs of business, home, and automobile owners.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Ertmer
Sr. Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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