Personal Lines Underwriter at Auto-Owners Insurance

Lima, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or direct equivalent experience with property/casualty underwriting
Ability to organize data, multi-task, and make decisions independently
Above average communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to write reports and compose correspondence
Ability to resolve complex issues
Willingness to continually develop product knowledge through approved educational programs

Responsibilities

Learn various insurance coverages and contracts along with company philosophy and procedures
Read, interpret, and react to documents such as policies, manuals, forms, and endorsements
Assemble information, develop opinions, and clearly express decisions using sound reasoning and judgment
Analyze loss experience, financial conditions, and physical characteristics of risks
Acquire a working knowledge of supporting sections of the underwriting department
Effectively communicate with independent agents and other associates through verbal and/or written means
Participate in and successfully complete the Company underwriter training program for the assigned line of insurance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

UnderwritingProperty/Casualty InsuranceRisk AnalysisLoss Experience AnalysisFinancial AnalysisData OrganizationCommunication SkillsReport WritingInsurance PoliciesMulti-tasking

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this Personal Lines Underwriter position?

This is a work-from-home role after completing initial in-person training.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits include a competitive base salary, matched 401(k), fully-funded pension plan once vested, bonus programs, generous paid time off, friendly work environment, structured training, and employee mentoring.

What are the key requirements for the Personal Lines Underwriter trainee role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in property/casualty underwriting, strong organizational and multitasking skills with independent decision-making, above average communication skills, report writing ability, complex issue resolution, and willingness to develop product knowledge through education.

What is the salary for this position?

Salary is not specified but is merit-based with a competitive base salary offered.

What should I highlight in my application for this underwriting trainee role?

Highlight your Bachelor’s degree or equivalent property/casualty underwriting experience, strong communication and organizational skills, ability to handle complex issues independently, and eagerness to learn through the company's structured training program.