Farm Bureau Financial Services · 1 week ago
Commercial Underwriting Manager
Farm Bureau Financial Services is dedicated to protecting the livelihoods and futures of their client/members. As the Commercial Underwriting Manager, you will manage a portion of the Commercial Business Unit, overseeing underwriting and customer service, while promoting profitable growth and staff development.
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Responsibilities
Work directly and indirectly with staff that is responsible for underwriting and customer service provided to policyholders, as well as client service
Define, implement and monitor a client service strategy consistent with the property/casualty companies’ mission of being the ‘Company of Choice’
Oversee all staff development aspects including the selection, training/development, disciplining/performance review, salary administration, referring employee complaints, controlling workflow, motivation of employees, and assigned budget activities
Lead assigned underwriters in determining acceptability, modification, and declinations of commercial policies. Ensure the proper premium is collected, and coverage recommendations are accurate
Develop positive working relationships with all stakeholders including employees, agency personnel/agents, Federation staff, shareholders/policyholders and State Insurance departments
Qualification
Required
College degree or equivalent plus seven years of relevant insurance experience
At least three years of commercial insurance experience required
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, demanding workload and tight timelines while meeting established guidelines
A valid driver's license
Role can be located in Kansas, Nebraska, or South Dakota
Preferred
Underwriting/claims/insurance experience preferred
CPCU or CIC designation preferred
Benefits
Enhanced 401K with a match
Low cost health, dental, and vision benefits
Life and disability insurance options
Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time