Middle Market Underwriter - Irvine, CA

Applies Underwriting policy, philosophy and procedures to evaluate the acceptability of submitted or existing business.This position will be located under a hybrid work model in our Irvine, CA office, and can be filled at either the Underwriting Specialist or Underwriting Specialist Senior position based on qualifications and experience. What You’ll Do :  Work closely with sales producers to obtain information needed to properly prospect, underwrite and price policies / accounts.  Via established procedures, and information collected underwrite the more complex risks.  Refers business outside of authority limit. Evaluate established underwriting procedures & guidelines for effectiveness and recommends change. Proactively provide feedback to Underwriting Management regarding trends and issues within their assigned territory, while recommending solutions. Work closely with other Commercial Lines functions to ensure service and quality objectives are met including rating, general services, audit, safety services, premium accounting, and customer service. Handle the more difficult bond and reinsurance assignments. Demonstrate an understanding of the insurance marketplace and emerging industry issues. May be assigned project work requiring a high level of technical knowledge. May participate in audits or policy construction reviews.  May travel to agency / insured to present issues and opportunities that affect efficient services, profit and growth objective, and the promotion of specific insurance products. Train other underwriters, give presentations, and conducts training on Underwriting procedures. Attend sales team meetings to meet and confer with Sales Representatives / Account Managers in pursuing new accounts Perform other job-related duties requiring the same general knowledge, skills, and degree of responsibility commensurate with assigned level. What it Takes : Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience Minimum 5 years of related work experiencePrevious insurance underwriting experienceCompletion or in the process of taking insurance courses such as IIA and CPCU preferredComprehensive knowledge of reinsurance proceduresEffective analytical, human relations, and communication skillsLimited travelWhat 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 from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office. As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.  Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an 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 the Underwriting Specialist level, the salary range for this position is $92,920 - $127,765 annually.In the state of California, at the Underwriting Specialist Senior level, the salary range for this position is $112,516- $154,709 annually.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 LarsenJoe.Larsen@sentry.com Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistEqual Employment OpportunitySentry 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.