Commercial Insurance (Field) Underwriter

Bighornlaw; Waukesha (WI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Insurance (Field) Underwriter to join their thriving team in Wisconsin. This role involves evaluating risks for farm and commercial insurance, working independently in the field, and requires strong communication skills. The company offers a flexible remote working environment, competitive compensation, and exceptional benefits, reflecting its commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Company car

Laptop

Smartphone

Health, dental, life, LTD, and vision insurance

Employee bonus plan

Matching 401(k) plan

Generous time off benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of farm and/or property/casualty underwriting experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate farm and commercial risks for acceptance, rejection, or modification.
• Prepare complete instructions for the rating and issuance of new policies.
• Develop and maintain a weekly schedule of fieldwork.

Skills

Communication

Team Player

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in insurance, business, or related field

Education in CPCU or other industry-related coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commercial Insurance (Field) Underwriter

Posted a day ago

Description

We have an amazing opportunity for a skilled underwriter with expertise in property & casualty commercial and/or farm insurance to join the territorial/commercial and farm underwriting team of a financially stable and thriving insurance firm. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and attractive perks like a company car, laptop, and smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate farm and commercial risks for acceptance, rejection, or modification in compliance with Company procedures and guidelines. This includes physical inspection of these risks and providing risk management information to agents, policyholders, and/or prospects.
• Prepare complete instructions for the rating and issuance of new policies.
• Apply and substantiate Individual Rate Modification for farm and commercial policies (except Workers’ Compensation).
• Participate in agent training.
• Develop and maintain a weekly schedule of fieldwork, with travel to counties within an assigned territory, with office availability for completion of reports, applications, and communication with the home office and agents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of farm and/or property/casualty underwriting experience.
• Demonstrated superior communication skills.
• Ability to be a strong team player.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Basic understanding of construction types for buildings and the basic mechanical systems (plumbing, heating, and electrical).
• Ability to operate a personal computer, including experience with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Additional education in CPCU or other industry-related coursework is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, business, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish, Hmong, etc.) are a plus.

Compensation

$60,000 - $80,000 yr based on experience

About Rural Mutual Insurance

What You'll Love About Rural Mutual Insurance:

We are a leading property and casualty insurance company based in Wisconsin, well known for our financial strength and longevity in the insurance industry. Our reputation in the marketplace ensures stability and opens up numerous growth opportunities for our employees.

We created a welcoming place to work with friendly and professional leadership.We are known for the great care we take with our staff, our agents, and our customers. We are passionate and determined about delivering the best customer service, preserving insurance industry knowledge, and making a difference through the work that we do.

We believe in a healthy work/life balance and, to that end, offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package including health, dental, life, LTD, and vision insurance as well as an employee bonus plan, matching 401(k) plan, and generous time off benefits.

• Commercial Insurance (Field) Underwriter