Underwriter 1-Agriculture - Western Time Zone
Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role Underwrites agricultural new business, changes, reinstatements, and renewals. Work with our Agency partners to profitably rate and classify agriculture lines clients and provide financial reps and their assistants support while offering an outstanding underwriting experience. How does this role make an impact? - Reviews and underwrites agriculture lines risk (i.e., selection/rejection of new and renewal business) of new applications and in-force business with higher degrees of risk not processed by automated systems. - Administers and monitors underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations. - Analyzes quality and quantity of risks underwritten, prepares reports accordingly. - Ensures adequate pricing of insurable risks by properly classifying the exposure and verify that characteristics are identified and applied and make changes where appropriate. - Communicating with financial representatives, Underwriting, and/or other internal departments to obtain information or approval/denial of a policy transaction. Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. - Must live in the Western Time Zone. '-Normal office environment. - Work may extend beyond normal business hours as business needs dictate. - Regular travel to field locations. Base Pay Range: $54,800-$75,350 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today! COUNTRY is headquartered in Bloomington, IL and offers hybrid, onsite and remote opportunities. If you're based at our Bloomington, IL corporate office, you'll enjoy a hybrid work schedule - three days in the office and two days working remotely. For roles posted as remote, candidates who live more than 50 miles from Bloomington, IL may qualify for a fully remote arrangement. From the moment you’re hired, we invest in you. We know job satisfaction fuels your contribution, so we offer competitive benefits and make investments that help you achieve your professional goals: Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability and life) 401(k) with company match Paid time off, parental leave, paid company holidays and paid time off to volunteer in your community Tuition assistance and industry education certificates and designations Employee resource groups to connect with your peers. Take the next steps to experience more with careers at COUNTRY Financial and apply today! Have additional questions? Get in touch with Human Resources at [email protected] Provide your information to our recruiters for future opportunities by joining our talent community. 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