Underwriting Support Specialist - Commercial Lines

As an Underwriting Support Specialist, you will be responsible for specific territories utilizing your talents to support the commercial lines business and underwriting team.

This role will be filled in Charlotte, NC and will work out of the Sentry regional office there in the hybrid work model.

What You’ll Do

• Documents and maintains customer information and forms necessary for policies and/or policy changes in various systems. Handles the most complex transactions by gathering all necessary data from various sources, updating applicable systems, reviewing output for accuracy and completeness, and ensuring appropriate resolution. Ensures that data and materials meet company standards for compliance, completeness, and quality.
• Collaborates with underwriters and agents to prepare new or renewal files for underwriters within an assigned territory, producing risk/exposure reports and compiling information. Compiles underwriting electronic records and forms, sales quotes, and/or business contracts. May correspond with customers, sales producers, and/or independent agents to gather and verify information or deliver quotes.
• Serves as primary point of contact and resource for designated producer(s), customers, and/or agents within the territory. Responds to email and phone inquiries and requests from internal and external parties and effectively explains plan details and/or processing requirements.
• Responds to internal and external requests for action or information. Assesses the request for completeness and adds account information as warranted before resolving or routing to the appropriate team. Documents all activities in systems. Produces and delivers standard and custom reports as needed. Completes account cancellations as requested.
• Provides general administrative support, which may include, but is not limited to, participating in system upgrades, process improvement projects, and/or quality audits, and assisting with onboarding new associates on the team. May provide direction to other teams.
  
  

What It Takes

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.
• Working knowledge of PC software applications
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• A specific focus on accuracy and attention to detail preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment desired.
• Knowledge of Sentry systems and processing
  
  

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 you’ll work in office
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving
  
  

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. 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!

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.