Commercial Lines Underwriter I

COUNTRY Financial is seeking experienced and motivated individuals to join our Commercial Underwriting team. As a Commercial Lines Underwriter, you will review/analyze new business coverage submissions and deliver high-quality underwriting decisions while working in a production-based environment. Commercial underwriters will also partner with our agency force to build relationships, promote profitable book of business growth, and provide professional advice/technical assistance.

This position allows full-time remote work. The schedule will be hybrid for candidates local to Bloomington, IL.

How does a Commercial Underwriter I make an impact?

• Review and underwrite Commercial Lines risk (i.e., selection/rejection of new and renewal business) of new applications and in-force business with higher degrees of risk not processed by automated systems.
• Administers and monitors underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
• Analyzes quality and quantity of risks underwritten, prepares reports accordingly.
• Ensures adequate pricing of insurable risks by properly classifying the exposure and verify that characteristics are identified and applied and make changes where appropriate.
• Communicating with financial representatives, Underwriting, and/or other internal departments to obtain information or approval/denial of a policy transaction.

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of risk analysis, underwriting principles, and insurance policies/coverages.
• Knowledge and/or experience with insurance company operations and financial services products.
• Strong analytical, decision making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with others in a fast-paced production environment.
• CPCU or other insurance designations/certifications preferred.
• Typically requires 2 years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Salary target: $52,400 - $72,050 +annual incentive bonus. The salary target represents the expected salary range of candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer in your community.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

COUNTRY Financial does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.