Commercial Insurance Field Underwriter

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced underwriter specializing in property & casualty commercial and / or farm insurance to join the territorial / commercial & farm underwriting team of a financially robust and successful insurance company. This position allows you to work remotely from home and includes benefits such as a company vehicle, computer, and cell phone. Ideal locations for this role include Madison and surrounding cities. Responsibilities :

• Evaluate farm and commercial risks for acceptance, rejection, or modification in compliance with Company procedures and guidelines. This includes physical inspection of these risks and providing risk management information to agents, policyholders, and / or prospects.
• Prepare complete instructions for the rating and issuance of new policies.
• Apply and substantiate Individual Rate Modification for farm and commercial policies (except Worker’s Compensation).
• Participate in agent training.
• Develop and maintain a weekly schedule of fieldwork, with travel to counties within an assigned territory, with office availability for completion of reports, applications, and communication with the home office and agents. Qualifications :
• Minimum 3 years of farm and / or property / casualty underwriting experience.
• Demonstrated superior communication skills.
• Ability to be a strong team player.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Basic understanding of construction types for buildings and the basic mechanical systems (plumbing, heating, and electrical).
• Ability to operate a personal computer including experience with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Additional education in CPCU or other industry-related coursework is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in insurance, business, or related field preferred. Compensation : $60,000 - $80,000 year based on experience
• Evaluate farm and commercial risks for acceptance, rejection, or modification in compliance with Company procedures and guidelines. This includes physical inspection of these risks and providing risk management information to agents, policyholders, and / or prospects.
• Prepare complete instructions for the rating and issuance of new policies.
• Apply and substantiate Individual Rate Modification for farm and commercial policies (except Worker’s Compensation).
• Participate in agent training.
• Develop and maintain a weekly schedule of fieldwork, with travel to counties within an assigned territory, with office availability for completion of reports, applications, and communication with the home office and agents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation :

$60,000-$80,000 per year