Intermediate Farm Property and Casualty Underwriter (18 months)

The Opportunity: Intermediate Farm Property and Casualty Underwriter   As an Intermediate Farm Property and Casualty Underwriter, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our underwriting team by: Evaluating and underwriting moderately complex farm property and casualty insurance risks in line with company guidelines and risk appetite. Conducting strategic risk assessments and leveraging market research to inform underwriting decisions. Responding to product and procedural questions from colleagues and brokers, provide guidance on complex new business, participate in post-loss underwriting reviews and collaborate with claims on our service philosophies.  We're looking for a detail-oriented, enthusiastic team player who embodies our company values and is committed to providing top-notch service.   What You’ll Do:  Accept, reject, endorse, renew or cancel contracts in accordance with company underwriting policies, procedures, service standards, applicable laws and regulations based on assigned authority levels. Process new applications, endorsements, renewals, cancellations, declines and quotes. Research and determine appropriate rates, apply discounts / surcharges and accurately calculate premiums. Request inspections in accordance with company policies and procedures. Prepare related correspondences and maintain supporting documentation as required. Provide underwriting training/coaching to new hires or new team members. Participate in post-loss underwriting reviews and review on claim files referred in accordance with the company’s risk appetite and service standards. Understand and communicate underwriting business rules and guidelines to brokers. Provide service to brokers in accordance with company service standards. What You’ll Bring: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive underwriting experience with personal lines, farm or commercial underwriting (or related equivalent). Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant underwriting systems (e.g., Guidewire), with the ability to adapt to new technologies. Consistency of applying accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail approaches. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.  Adaptable and continuous improvement mind-set.  A CIP designation or actively pursuing a CIP designation (or equivalency). A Bachelor’s Degree or Post-Secondary certificate is required (or an equivalent of industry experience).