Hybrid Commercial Underwriter — Growth & Mentorship

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Bonus eligible based on performance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company in Madison, WI is seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter to underwrite new business, renewals and endorsements, while overseeing territory growth and using data to drive decisions. The role integrates collaboration with sales, claims, loss control and agency partners.

You will mentor new associates, support training, and participate in enterprise initiatives in a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in commercial multi-line underwriting.
• Analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to mentor and support team development.
• Comfortable with underwriting systems and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business submissions, renewals and endorsements.
• Oversee growth and profitability of an underwriting territory.
• Use internal and external data and reporting to support decision-making.
• Document underwriting files with sufficient detail and clarity.
• Provide territory performance reports and action plans to leadership.
• Collaborate with sales, claims, loss control, and agency partners.
• Lead agency visits and promote product line benefits and growth/incentive efforts.
• Maintain compliance with underwriting guidelines, rate plans, and LOA.
• Mentor new associates and support training.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentor / coaching

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Insurance or related field

Certificate in General Insurance

Associate in Underwriting program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Underwriting systems

Job description

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company in Madison, WI is seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Underwriter to underwrite new business, renewals and endorsements, while overseeing territory growth and using data to drive decisions. The role integrates collaboration with sales, claims, loss control and agency partners.

You will mentor new associates, support training, and participate in enterprise initiatives in a hybrid work environment with opportunities for professional growth.