Personal Lines Underwriter at Auto-Owners Insurance

Appleton, Wisconsin, 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

Property/Casualty UnderwritingRisk AnalysisLoss Experience AnalysisFinancial AnalysisInsurance PoliciesData OrganizationReport WritingCommunicationMulti-Tasking

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Personal Lines Underwriter position?

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

Is this a remote position, and what are the location requirements?

This is a remote role with initial in-person training, and flexibility to work up to 3 days per week from home afterward.

What skills are required for the Personal Lines Underwriter role?

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in property/casualty underwriting, ability to organize data, multi-task, make independent decisions, above average communication skills, report writing, resolving complex issues, and willingness to develop product knowledge.

What is the company culture like at Auto-Owners Insurance?

Auto-Owners Insurance offers a friendly work environment, structured training program, commitment to rewarding talent, and opportunities for career growth.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include competitive base salary, matched 401(k), fully-funded pension plan once vested, bonus programs, generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, personal time, and sick leave, plus employee mentoring.