Middle Market Underwriting Specialist

Applies Underwriting policy, philosophy and procedures to evaluate the acceptability of submitted business. Based on qualifications and experience, this position can be filled at either an Underwriting Specialist or Senior Underwriting Specialist level. What You'll Do In this role, you will: Work closely with agency partners and internal sales partners to obtain information needed to properly underwrite, price, and program individual policies/accounts. Through the use of manuals, established procedures, and information collected works on the more complex underwriting assignments. Refer business outside of authority limit. Responsible for underwriting of the more complex, larger accounts. Evaluate established procedures for effectiveness and recommends change. Work closely with other business products functions to ensure service and quality objectives are met. These units include rating, general services, audit, safety sciences, customer accounting and customer service. Demonstrate an understanding of the insurance marketplace, and emerging industry issues. Train other underwriters, give presentations and conduct training on underwriting procedures. What it Takes Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 5+ years of related work experience Previous insurance underwriting experience, middle market underwriting experience in construction, manufacturing, wholesale, real estate, and service industries is preferred Completion or in the process of taking insurance courses such as IIA and CPCU preferred Demonstrated knowledge of specific product line insurance concepts and terminology Comprehensive knowledge of reinsurance procedures Effective analytical, human relations, and communication skills Limited Travel 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 form home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday in 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 In the state of California, at an Underwriting Specialist level, based on qualifications and experience the range for annual compensation for this position is between $98,900 - $148,300 In the state of California, at an Underwriting Specialist Senior level, based on qualifications and experience the range for annual compensation for this position is between $119,600 - $179,400 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! Joe Larsen joe.larsen@sentry.com Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist 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. Our associates are the most important part of our company. We became one of the most financially strong mutual insurance companies in the U.S. by striving to provide the best possible service to our business customers. We do this by having conversations, forming relationships, and getting to know the people we work with and their businesses. We make that same commitment to our associates. When you join Sentry, we don't just want you to perform tasks each day. We want you to enjoy your time with us. You're in the driver's seat of your career path here—sharing feedback, creating goals, accessing professional development resources, and identifying how you can contribute to both your success and the success of the company. Yes, we work hard. But we work with the purpose of helping others, and with the understanding that there's more to life than work. We invite you to learn more about us. You'll find we're much more than insurance.