Associate Underwriter – Specialty

West Bend Insurance Company; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 53,459 - 66,824; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Bonus eligible based on performance

Job summary

West Bend Insurance Company is seeking an Associate Underwriter to join our Commercial Lines Underwriting team. This role is essential for building foundational knowledge of the insurance industry and includes responsibilities such as underwriting submissions and processing renewals.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule; candidates located within 50 miles of a West Bend office are encouraged to apply. A Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field is required, along with strong communication and analytical skills.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to gather and analyze information.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business submissions and routine renewals under supervision.
• Evaluate exposures and determine insurability based on established guidelines.
• Process policy change requests and ensure accurate documentation.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external agency partners.
• Support the attainment of written premium goals through timely and accurate underwriting decisions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

System navigation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field

Job description

Company Overview

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

We are growing at West Bend! Our Commercial Lines Underwriting team plays a critical role in our journey towards profitable growth. Our Underwriters are relationship focused with strong communication skills, motivated, and work in a fast-paced team environment. West Bend is an industry leading carrier that works solely through the independent agency system. We are looking for the right individual to join our team!

Work Location

This position offers a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are located within 50 miles of a West Bend office location will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events. The position can be based in West Bend or Madison.

The internal deadline to apply is 6/16/26. External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Summary of Responsibilities

The Associate Underwriter is a developmental underwriting role designed to build foundational knowledge of the insurance industry through structured training and hands‑on experience. This position supports the underwriting team by evaluating new business submissions, processing renewals, and handling policy change requests. The Associate Underwriter plays a key role in achieving profitability and production goals while delivering exceptional service to agency partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business submissions and routine renewals under supervision.
• Evaluate exposures and determine insurability based on established guidelines.
• Process policy change requests and ensure accurate documentation.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external agency partners.
• Support the attainment of written premium goals through timely and accurate underwriting decisions.
• Maintain compliance with underwriting best practices, rate plans, and the Letter of Authority.
• Document underwriting files with sufficient detail and clarity.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Organizational and analytical skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in system navigation and workflow management tools.
• Ability to gather and analyze underwriting information.

Preferred Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field

Salary Statement

The salary range for this position is $53,459-$66,824.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:

• 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. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates
• Bonus eligible based on performance
• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.