US-WI-Madison Hybrid Employment

West Bend is hiring an Assistant Underwriter-Surety

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for learning underwriting principles and standards through instructor led training, testing, self-study courses, and practical application with guidance through a formal mentoring program.
  • Works with the team to support underwriter needs, business processing, and service goals for our producer partners.
  • Assists with underwriting file maintenance, and analyzes, evaluates, and refers new and existing business to a senior regional underwriter.
  • May also have limited authority to assist with the underwriting and servicing of smaller business opportunities.
  • Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes.
  • May occasionally travel within the region to agency or principal locations, shadowing senior underwriters prospecting business.
  • Communicates effectively with agents and provides prompt, quality service.
  • May represent the company at agency and industry related functions.
  • Promotes and complies with the values of the division and company.

Nice to Have

  • 0-1 years of experience in the surety industry
  • Ability to work independently and perform quality work within deadlines.
  • Data entry and analytical skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Effective communication skills in all mediums including phone, e-mail, and in-person.
  • Ability to interact professionally and work well in a high-performance team environment.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Additional Information

  • The internal deadline to apply is xx/xx/xxxx. External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open.
  • May occasionally travel within the region to agency or principal locations, shadowing senior underwriters prospecting business.
Required Skills
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About company
West Bend

At West Bend, our easy-to-use, affordable kitchen appliances give home chefs the confidence to take on those coveted family recipes or viral food sensations. Chic, yet classic, West Bend kitchen appliances have been trusted for generations. Best of all, you won’t keep your hungry family waiting — West Bend allows you to quickly whip up a delicious meal, saving time and energy.

West Bend's story began in September 1911 when it was founded in West Bend, Wisconsin. Initially, the company focused on aluminum cookware and gradually expanded into kitchen appliances, introducing innovative products like the Waterless Cooker and the first automatic percolator in 1950. Over the decades, West Bend has become known for reliable, durable appliances such as electric skillets, slow cookers, and Stir Crazy popcorn makers.

In 2017, West Bend became part of The Legacy Companies, continuing its tradition of innovation and quality. For over a century, West Bend has remained synonymous with dependable kitchen solutions that make everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable.

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Job Details
Department Surety
Category other
Posted 2 hours ago