Product Specialist

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Job Summary

This is a great opportunity for a Commercial Multi-Line or Staff Underwriter that is looking to expand his or her skill set!

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Summary of Responsibilities

Monitor, evaluate and report on assigned line of business for profitability. Conduct market research and competitor analysis. Develop and introduce new or enhanced insurance products for assigned lines of business. Collaborate with other areas on proposed bureau changes and annual rate review. Research and develop new forms, proposed form changes and draft manuscript endorsements when required. Provide support and technical training to underwriters and manager/supervisors for new and existing products or forms. Maintain agents’ manuals and internal commercial enterprise reference manuals. Provide underwriting requirements for development of on-line based rating and application submission systems. Assist with reinsurance questions and implementation of changes due to revisions in reinsurance contracts. Collaborate with other areas in the assessment of training needs at a team level and research and prepare technical articles and training materials. Work with a greater degree of independence and assist or lead in other departmental projects. Display leadership qualities, desire to take initiative and establishing relationships at various levels of organization.

Preferred Experience And Skills

3+ years commercial multi-line underwriting or staff underwriting experience Oral and Written Communication Skills Analytical Skills Knowledge of personal computers with emphasis on Microsoft Word and Excel programs Time Management & Organizational Skills

Preferred Education And Training

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field Associate in Underwriting (AU) designation CPCU and/or CIC designations or demonstrated proficiency through applicable experience

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.