Middle Market Underwriter

Sentry Insurance; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Underwriter to join its dynamic team in Portland. This hybrid role allows for flexibility, with work-from-home options on Mondays and Fridays, and in-office collaboration on other days. As an Underwriter, you'll engage with independent agents, assess applications, and provide expert feedback while navigating the complexities of the insurance marketplace. This position offers a chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment with a focus on ongoing education and career development. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a rewarding role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Meal Subsidy

401(K) with Dollar-for-Dollar Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid-Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Health and Wellness Benefits

Volunteer-Time Off

Gift Matching Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of underwriting experience in middle market accounts.
• Strong understanding of commercial multi-line insurance concepts.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite multi-line middle market accounts and evaluate risks.
• Provide feedback and solutions to agency partners.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Human Relations Skills

Knowledge of Commercial Insurance Concepts

Reinsurance Procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Insurance Courses (IIA/CPCU)

Job description

At Sentry, our business is built around people. And we pride ourselves on the promise to deliver efficient and effective services. We are currently seeking a result driven individual to fulfill a critical part in underwriting of policies. As one of our premier Underwriters, you’ll be part of a team that stimulates production through independent agencies and then reviews insurance applications and evaluates their potential risk to Sentry.

This hybrid position offers the opportunity to work from home on Mondays and Fridays. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday are in-office days at our Portland, OR Regional office.

Based on qualifications and experience, this position can be filled at the Underwriter or Underwriter Senior level.

What You’ll Do

Our Underwriters within Sentry’s Regional unit work closely with independent agents to underwrite, price and program individual policies/accounts. You will:

• Underwrite multi-line middle market accounts

• Provide feedback to agency partners and underwriting management regarding trends and issues within their assigned territory, and provide solutions

• Work with other business functions to ensure service and quality objectives are met

• Demonstrate an understanding of the insurance marketplace and emerging industry issues

• Complete assigned project work requiring a high level of technical knowledge

• Perform other job-related duties including training, presenting, attending sales meetings, traveling to agents, participating in audits, and covering desks for other Underwriters

• Work closely with independent agents to obtain information needed to properly underwrite, price, and program individual policies/accounts

• Work on the more complex underwriting assignments, through the use of manuals, established procedures, and information collected. Refer business outside of authority limit

• Be responsible for underwriting of the more complex, larger accounts and reinsurance placements.

• Evaluate established procedures for effectiveness and recommend change

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

What it Takes

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

• 2+ years of related work experience underwriting middle market accounts

• Previous Commercial Property Casualty insurance underwriting experience

• Completed insurance courses such as IIA and/or CPCU preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge of commercial multi-line product line insurance concepts and terminology

• Comprehensive knowledge of reinsurance procedures

• Excellent analytical, human relations and communication skills

• Ability to meet limited travel requirements

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.

• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.

• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.

• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs

• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.