Service Underwriter

United Fire Group Inc

Cedar Rapids, IA(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$52,000–$68,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Billing, Brochures, Business Support, Change Requests/Orders, Computer Systems, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Establish Priorities, Insurance, Insurance Documentation, Leadership, Life Insurance, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Onboarding, Persuasion Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales, Spatial Data, Underwriting, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Cedar Rapids, IA
POSTED
30+ days ago

In this multi-functional role, an ideal candidate will be able to provide quality customer service to internal & external clients,

underwrite new & existing business and provide superior end-to-end service in the Service Center. A Service Underwriter II

will have general expertise in underwriting profitability, production, agency relations, and customer service and leadership

skills. The ideal candidate is someone who is self-motivated with strong multi-tasking ability.

While this role is posted as a Service Underwriter II, we are open to hiring a Service Underwriter III based experience and technical expertise.

This is a remote opportunity that requires the working hours of 8:30am - 4:30pm PST.

Responsibilities:

  • Underwriting Profitability, Production, Agency Relations & Customer Service

o Make educated decisions on claims and risk controls

o After issuance of new policies, assist with onboarding insureds

o General to working knowledge of new business risk analysis

o Assist policyholders with policy changes, renewal instructions, drivers lists, certificates of insurance,

cancellations, reinstatements, first loss reports, billing/claims/policy inquiries, replacement auto ID cards,

coverage questions, etc. both over the phone and through written correspondence.

o Enter accurate information onto the various computer systems from policyholder phone calls and written

correspondence

o Review policy change requests, renewal instructions, MVR's, Experience Mods, loss experience, Loss Control

reports and product brochures for risk acceptability. May consult management, other underwriters, websites,

and Best Underwriting Guide

o Ask pertinent questions when a policyholder requests a policy change - midterm and renewal. Select critical

information needed

o Utilizing negotiation and sales tactics knowledgably

o Utilize underwriting resources

o Work to de-escalate issues that are derived/perceived from our internal/external customers

o Use analytical tools provided to track customer interactions and provide agency's with detailed information of

these interactions

o Work towards developing agency partnerships by having consistent communication and potential in-person

visits

o Building communication with agency expectations

o Uses attributes including planning, persuasion, strategy and other tactics efficiently

  • Leadership Responsibilities

o Able to incorporate feedback and take direction well

o Communicates successes & opportunities for improvement

o Raises vital questions, issues, and recommends solutions where applicable

o Gathers appropriate resources to problem solve

o Plan & prioritizes daily activities

o Reviews team schedule to support business need

o Demonstrates solid judgment, competence, and knowledge critical to this role

o Demonstrates the ability to recognize the need for changes and positively support change efforts

o Promotes shared knowledge

o Work to de-escalate issues that are derived/perceived from internal/external customers by taking

accountability and ownership

o Understands complex issues and initiates potential solutions

Qualifications:

  • Education:

? Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent work experience

? Preferred to have insurance coursework and/or designations

? Examples may include AINS, AU, CPCU

? Property & Casualty License required

Experience:

? 3+ years of relevant experience

? 3+ years of customer service experience

? Independent agency experience is a plus

Pay Transparency Statement

UFG Insurance is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for Service Underwriter II is $52,000 - $68,000 annually. The base salary range for Service Underwriter III is$60,000 to $79,000 annually. The aforementioned salary ranges represent the typical range for new hires in this role. Individual pay within this range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, internal equity, geography and market data.

In addition to base salary, UFG Insurance offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes:

  • Annual incentive compensation
  • Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions
  • Generous time-off program
  • Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.

This pay range disclosure is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

About the Company

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United Fire Group Inc