Underwriter (Life) jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Hastings Mutual is currently looking for an experienced Underwriting professional to join our Commercial Middle Market Underwriting team! This is an excellent opportunity to drive our corporate objectives by providing an analysis of our Worker's Compensation policies and exposures.

Position Overview

The Lead Worker's Compensation Underwriter provides analysis of large Workers Compensation policies and exposures for the purpose of insurability and profitability. This position also guides the Underwriting team from a quality control perspective to ensure that all production and quality objectives are achieved and delivered in accordance with our underwriting guidelines.

Position Location & Work Format

This position is flexible in its location! We will entertain candidates who reside within our six-state territory (Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, or Illinois) to work a remote schedule. Candidates living within the greater Hastings, Michigan area will be able to work a hybrid (combination of on-site and work-from-home) schedule as an alternative. Generally, this position will work within our standard office hours of Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Hastings Mutual may consider candidates in other states to work remotely if elements of their application are strong. 

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Achieves and supports annual corporate goals, objectives, and service standards within assigned unit.
• Leads and participates in meetings, committees, and projects.
• Completes project work as assigned by the Director of Commercial Underwriting and or Director of Commercial Middle Market Underwriting.
• Provides production, training, and planning information.
• Supports various initiatives with Subject Matter Experts (SME), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Change Management, and Change Agent Network (CAN)
• Provides oversight and review of larger Workers' Compensation policies over $50k (both new and renewal) to determine insurability and profitability. The overall pricing of accounts is evaluated against risk performance/profitability, account exposures/controls, and AM Best hazard rating.
• May assist with the placement of applicable Property and or Casualty line exposures with available Reinsurance markets.
• Monitors and evaluates the work of in-house and remote staff by consistently completing underwriter account file reviews/audits.
• Evaluates processes for improved efficiency.
• Offers guidance to the team in handling issues.
• Develops and monitors training plans for new hires as well as ongoing training for the current underwriting department.
• Maintains effective intradepartmental relationships.
• Actively participates in professional development, i.e., continuing education or self-improvement.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership, either verbally or in writing.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Business Administration, or Finance preferred, or equivalent work experience and education.
• Associate in Underwriting (AU) or Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) designations preferred.
• Five to eight years of successful commercial lines underwriting experience, including specific Workers’ Compensation underwriting experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and implement change.
• Demonstrated PC skills, including proficient use of Microsoft Office products.

Our Commitment as an Employer

We value the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Hastings Mutual is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and candidates in a work environment that does not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment. Decisions related to employment are based on business needs, position requirements, and individual characteristics without regard to appearance, nationality, origin, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, body, disability, veteran, family, marital status, or any legally protected class. 

Hastings Mutual seeks to provide reasonable accommodation to disabled individuals in the hiring process in compliance with federal, state, and local law. Candidates requiring accommodation to complete their job application or participate in the interviewing process are asked to notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist or contact us at 800-442-8277.

About Hastings Mutual Insurance Company 

From our humble roots in 1885, providing coverage for windstorm damage, Hastings Mutual has evolved into a leading regional property and casualty insurance carrier, offering innovative products for businesses, farm owners, and individuals. We work with customers in six Midwestern states (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin). Hastings Mutual is known for its financial strength, high ethical standards, and culture of service and responsiveness.

The core of our ongoing success is our employees. From our corporate offices in Hastings, Michigan, to our remote team members throughout the Midwest, Hastings Mutual is made up of talented professionals across multiple divisions and functional areas. Our commitment to our employees and work culture has been confirmed with our inclusion in the “Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in West Michigan” each year since 2011.

Hastings Mutual offers a friendly, family-like environment that values transparency and approachability. We recognize the hard work of our employees with many benefits, including fully paid certification training, a cafeteria, and fitness center at our corporate offices, ongoing professional development opportunities, and financial stability backed by our “A” rating from A.M. Best. We also have a long-term commitment to the communities in which we live and work, either through partnerships with local charitable organizations or through our own Hastings Mutual Charitable Foundation.

At Hastings Mutual, we’re always looking for professionals of all experience and education levels to help us continue our more than 130-year history of successful, stable growth.