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Associate Underwriter
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An Insurance Underwriter evaluates and measures risk and advises businesses in insurance, banking and securities. Recommends customers to be approved for insurance coverage, and develops policies and premium levels. Reviews loan applications, evaluates credit-worthiness of loan applicants and analyzes the investment risk of a loan for the bank. Evaluates risk in different types of securities and advises clients on investments that will yield highest profits.
$71,248 / year median in Iowa
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Occupation:
Insurance UnderwritersLocation:
Sioux City, IA - 51101Job Type:
Full TimePosted:
07/10/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
Great West Casualty CompanyWeb Site:
www.gwccnet.com Job #: 26-0066 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. This position offers an optional hybrid work schedule, with three days working in the office and two days working remotely. Are you looking to kick-start your career at a company that is committed to your long-term success? Do you enjoy building relationships and working as part of a team while also working independently? Join our team as a Small Business Underwriter. As a Small Business Underwriter, you will build a profitable book of business specializing in commercial trucking. With underwriting goals, growth, and premium objectives in mind, you will select and monitor risk while maintaining quality business relationships.Responsibilities:
- Directly impact the profitability and success of our business.
- Underwrite, determine price, and rate endorsements.
- Have autonomy in your work and manage your book of business in a fast-paced environment.
- Become a trusted partner with our agents and insureds through your relationship-building skills.
- Participate in a training program that includes one-on-one mentoring, classroom instruction, and self-study.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience in sales, a position building relationships, or experience in insurance is desirable, but not required.
- Negotiation skills and the ability to analyze risk.
- The ability to identify customer needs and market Great West products and services to them.
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Benefits That Support Your Lifestyle- Competitive Compensation
- Generous paid time off and paid company holiday schedule
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, Company Match 401(k), HSA, FSA
- Paternal Leave, Adoption Assistance, Fertility and Family Planning Assistance, Pet Insurance, Retail Discount Programs
- Community volunteer opportunities
- Wellness programs, gym subsidies, and support for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- Scholarships for dependents and tuition reimbursement to further your education
- Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development
- Opportunities for a hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days remote) Who we are: For over 70 years, Great West, an Old Republic Company, has provided premier insurance products and services to thousands of truck drivers and trucking companies across America.