Auto Underwriter

About the position FMNE Insurance is seeking an Auto Underwriter to join our Lincoln team. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who makes sound decisions, and delivers fair, high-quality service to policyholders and agents. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Please supply a cover letter and resume. Applications with cover letters will be given preferential review. Join a stable, values-driven company with deep Midwest roots. If our core values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply today. Core values include: Integrity - Service - Excellence - Stability - Strength - Respect - Teamwork ---------------------------------------- We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, a generous 401(k), pension plan, wellness programs, a company vehicle, and a hybrid work model for eligible employees. ROLE OVERVIEW This position is responsible for, but not limited to, analyzing new applications and endorsement requests for the purpose of selecting those risks that are acceptable based on established Company rules and guidelines. Performs under established routine and practice regarding underwriting rules.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the Company’s mission, while successfully performing its core values related to integrity, service, excellence, stability, strength, respect, and teamwork.
• Analyze and evaluate applications and endorsement requests to approve or decline in accordance with Company rules and guidelines.
• Calendar binders based on the effective date. Follow up on unanswered requests for information and expiring binders.
• Communicate effectively, by phone, e-mail or in writing, with agents, applicants, or policyholders. regarding questions raised or submitted and/or to obtain additional underwriting information.
• Receive and handle unsolicited phone calls that originate outside the Company.
• Have occasional in-person contact with agents and policyholders concerning underwriting questions or policy changes.
• Assist agents in calculating quotes on new risks.
• Handle routine policy cancellations and, if needed, manually calculate unearned premium.
• Coordinate the allocation of policy premiums with the Accounting Department.
• Handle late and insufficient funds premium payments, which includes re-underwriting the policy file.
• Ensure smooth workflow and assist in training employees and/or overseeing their work as requested.
• Keep current on underwriting rules and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to underwriters and clerical employees.
• Regular and timely attendance in the office is an essential function of the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the insurance industry preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with agents, insured parties, and mortgagees/lienholders via phone, email, written correspondence, and in-person meetings.
• Proficient in using a personal computer, including familiarity with standard business software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed, precise work, take ownership of responsibilities, and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of industry-related courses such as API, AINS, CPCU, or similar is a plus.

Benefits

• health coverage
• generous 401(k)
• pension plan
• wellness programs
• a company vehicle
• a hybrid work model for eligible employees