Commercial Underwriter

With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our clients/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars, and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership, and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We are proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our clients/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

Responsibilities

• Respond and resolve customer service requests in a prompt, efficient, and courteous manner for external customers, departmental staff, and other FBL personnel.
• Accept, modify, or reject new application submissions as well as policy changes, review premium audits, and prepare policy renewals.
• Assist agents in preparing presentations and quotes for prospects or client members.
• Assist in developing and modifying existing guidelines to ensure they produce desired results.
• Assist in making presentations and recommendations for updating procedure guidelines and new markets.
• Support agents in the field with education for agents and client/members, including presentations for information gathering and closing.
• Attendance required at all company or departmental meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent is required plus at least seven years of relevant work experience.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Computer/keyboard skills as appropriate to this position.
• Knowledge of all Farm Bureau inquiry systems, automated rating systems, underwriting manuals, valuation software for buildings and vehicles, and industry-specific websites to support underwriting activities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A valid driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Records are required due to travel.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Reasonably regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Enhanced 401K with a company match.
• Low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time.
• Career development and educational opportunities.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship now or in the future.