Specialist, Underwriting Middle Market - Commercial Lines (Large Farm)

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Specialist for their Underwriting Middle Market team, where you will handle complex commercial policies. If you have a passion for customer service and analytical skills, this role is perfect for you. You'll work on interesting accounts, providing technical direction and guidance to underwriting staff while ensuring workflow efficiency. With opportunities for remote or hybrid work, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the business. Join a team that values collaboration and excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Pension

Casual Attire

Qualifications

• 6+ years in commercial lines underwriting, preferably with middle market experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial insurance policies and laws.

Responsibilities

• Gather information for underwriting analysis from multiple sources.
• Underwrite new business, renewals, and endorsements based on multiple variables.
• Communicate effectively with agents and partners, building strong relationships.

Skills

Commercial Lines Underwriting

Risk Evaluation

Leadership Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Certifications (INS, AU, CIC, CPCU)

Job description

Specialist, Underwriting Middle Market - Commercial Lines (Large Farm)

Apply locations

Iowa - Des Moines, 1100 Locust Street
United States - Remote

Job details

Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Requisition ID: 92438

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do, and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This Specialist role is part of the NWAG Large Farm Underwriting team. Qualified candidates can work remotely or in a hybrid environment near an office. Responsibilities include handling both new and renewal business, with a preference for candidates with farm, agribusiness, or commercial underwriting experience.

Compensation grade: F4

Job Summary

Success requires a blend of customer service skills and analytical prowess. You will work on complex and interesting accounts, finding solutions that offer the best coverage and help partner agents differentiate themselves. If you are adaptable, responsive, love customers, and want to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

As a Specialist, you will accept, retain, and price complex commercial policies based on your granted authority. You will provide technical direction and guidance to underwriting staff, review and make decisions on larger or unusual business, and may serve as a team lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather information for underwriting analysis from multiple sources, including reports and electronic data.
• Review risks for acceptability within authority, analyze underwriting results, and prepare reports. May review agency books and portfolio data to recommend actions.
• Manage larger, complex work, including referral underwriting, and ensure workflow efficiency.
• Underwrite new business, renewals, and endorsements, making decisions based on multiple variables and relationships.
• Plan assignments to meet timelines and service standards.
• Identify and drive business development opportunities, providing technical expertise to agents and internal partners.
• Communicate effectively with agents and partners, building strong relationships.
• Respond promptly to underwriting requests and escalate issues as needed.
• Educate and train less experienced staff, and identify training needs.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Reporting Relationships

Typically reports to a Supervisor or Manager; no direct reports.

Skills and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Certifications: Completion of INS, AU, or similar; progress toward CIC or CPCU preferred.

Experience: Usually six years in commercial lines underwriting, with middle market experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of commercial insurance policies, laws, systems, and practices. Excellent communication, risk evaluation, and leadership skills. Ability to analyze data, advise agents, and train staff.

Leadership skills and competencies may take precedence depending on the role.

Staffing exceptions require approval from the hiring manager and HR.

Work Conditions

Overtime Eligibility: Exempt

Work Environment: Normal office, with occasional travel and extended hours as needed.

Benefits

Includes medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, holidays, 401(k) matching, pension, casual attire, and more. For details, click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Discrimination and harassment are prohibited.

Additional Information

This position can be filled in any of the lower 48 states. The salary range is $77,000 - $159,000, with an expected starting range of $85,500 - $128,500, depending on various factors.