Personal Lines Underwriter - Arizona

West Bend Insurance Company; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated underwriting professional to join their remote team. This role focuses on evaluating personal lines policies, particularly in high-value sectors, and requires strong analytical and interpersonal skills. You'll engage with agents to foster relationships, provide training, and contribute to the growth of the business in Arizona. The company prides itself on a culture of belonging and appreciation, offering meaningful work and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the insurance industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of underwriting experience in Arizona, especially in high-value homes.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate personal lines policy offerings based on underwriting guidelines.
• Build relationships with agents and provide training and support.

Skills

Underwriting Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Oral Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Completion of General Program in Insurance

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

Accept, decline, or modify personal lines policy offerings or endorsements submitted by producers based on company underwriting guidelines and procedures; includes risk analysis, file documentation, pricing guidelines, procedural matters, research/investigation and decision making. Review underwriting reports and make recommendations for risk improvement. Listen, be responsive and provide flexibility where appropriate. If assigned, manage renewal book of business; examine changes in loss experience/driving records and risk characteristics on specific policies and take appropriate action where needed. For this position, we are seeking candidates with experience in high-value home & high-value scheduled personal property underwriting, as well as a deep understanding of what insureds expect from an insurance company in this high-value sector.

Make multiple visits to assigned agents to offer help and guidance to writing profitable business with West Bend and to build strong relationships. Work with producers to come up with goals and be proactive; keep constant contact to find out what they are prospecting, what they have quoted, what could fit West Bend.

Provide product and system training to existing and new agencies/producers. Also, be a resource for internal associates. Create training materials, training videos and conduct webinars for agents and internal associates.

Contribute insight/experience to building our book of business in the state of Arizona.

This is a fully remote/work from home role where you will need to be based in the state of Arizona due to spending time in the field servicing the Arizona territory. On occasion you may be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and company events.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• 2-3 years underwriting experience in the state of Arizona (home, auto, umbrella, rec vehicle)
• Underwriting experience in high valued homes and high value scheduled personal property
• Basic knowledge of personal computers
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skills
• Oral and written communication skills

Preferred Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field
• Completion of General Program in Insurance

The salary range for this position is $53,459 - $80,189. 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.

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including:

• 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
• 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.