Who we are:

WestPac is an independent, locally owned wholesale insurance broker/MGA. We offer a unified culture with people that help each other grow. We celebrate personality, entrepreneurship, and people that invest in their futures. We are committed to providing flexibility and diversity in an engaging work environment. We offer a full compensation package including competitive benefits as well as professional growth opportunities.

What we are looking for: Personal Lines Underwriter

A client-focused insurance professional who is responsible for underwriting new and renewal business functions, including servicing of accounts. WestPac has earned the reputation of putting our partners first through responsiveness and superior service. This person is committed to meeting the needs of our agents and carriers, achieving the business goals of the company, and operating with integrity and respect. We like entrepreneurial spirits, people who are adept at operating efficiently in a high-volume atmosphere, and teammates who take pride in their work.

This person will:

1. Know WestPac products and capabilities inside and out and understand how they fit into the personal lines insurance marketplace.
2. Support the brokers in the underwriting of new and renewal business through WestPac’s new personal lines division.
3. Independently market WestPac’s personal lines division to the company’s retail agent network and solicit submissions.
4. Train retail agents on how to properly use WestPac’s online marketplace, specifically pertaining to personal lines products offered.
5. Review quote queues and serve as an advisor to retail agents in the placement of these quotes.
6. Seek out new carrier and product opportunities and assist marketing and senior leadership in the negotiation of new carrier contracts as needed.
7. Underwrite and quote premium and exposure change endorsements.
8. Perform invoicing, servicing, policy issuance, and other workflow processes as needed to support the growth of the division.
9. Support brokers, account managers, and customer service representatives in their roles/functions as needed.
10. Perform workflow tasks on agency management system, proficiently and accurately as product excellence is the standard.
11. Maintain positive relationships with agency and carrier contacts.
12. Perform other functions as assigned by management.

What we’re looking for:

1. Minimum five years in the insurance industry with personal lines insurance underwriting/marketing experience preferred.
2. High School Diploma or GED Equivalent. College undergraduate degree preferred.
3. Strong verbal & written communication skills to convey professionalism in all facets of the job.
4. Highly organized with the ability to handle/prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
5. Ability to travel and engage in outbound marketing endeavors including after business hours.
6. Adaptability to changes in processes and procedures.
7. Values a team environment and appreciates constructive feedback.
8. An active P&C license, additional insurance-related designations preferred.

This job description is a general statement of duties and responsibilities and should not be taken as a complete statement for this position. Western Pacific Insurance Network, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.