Job Description

Sentry Insurance is currently seeking an experienced, customer service focused individual for a position as an Underwriting Support Specialist to service our National Accounts clients. As an Underwriting Support Specialist for Sentry, you’ll work with our Underwriting and Sales associates supporting the sale of our casualty business insurance and the needs of our current clients.

What You’ll Do

As an Underwriting Support Specialist, you will be responsible for specific territories utilizing your talents to:

• Work closely with Underwriters, Underwriter Executives and Territory Executives to determine acceptability of the risk and services needed.
• Collaborate with the appropriate functional units to provide exceptional service to your clients.
• Prepare work associated with the acquisition of new accounts and renewal of existing accounts including evaluation for completeness and follow-up for missing information. Correspond with clients, brokers, bureaus or others to secure information needed.
• Work with assigned clients and brokers on the coordinating of resolutions.
• Analyze, process and prepare data related to the sale and retention of our clients.
• Initiate and process various policy transactions as required.
• Communicate with various external state insurance offices.

What it Takes

• Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of related work experience with an insurance carrier, commercial agency or brokerage.
• Above average PC knowledge and skills.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• A specific focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of Sentry systems and processing preferred.

What You’ll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday in office.
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand.
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU).

About Sentry
We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers since 2017. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Schanna Washington

Schanna .Washington@Sentry.com  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.

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