We're a people-focused business. And we pride ourselves on the promise to deliver efficient and effective services to our customers. At Hortica, we believe people are our competitive advantage. We strive to attract, train, and motivate our employees to keep Hortica as a market leader in our industry.
We are currently looking for an analytical and results driven individual to provide outstanding underwriting leadership to a team of property and casualty underwriters in our Edwardsville, IL office. This unit underwrites Horticultural niche businesses that include floral and produce greenhouse growers, nurseries, garden centers, florists’, lawn maintenance, and landscaping businesses. We provide a comprehensive Commercial Property & Casualty product to various sizes of commercial insureds that includes Property, General Liability, Inland Marine, Auto & Worker’s Compensation. The ideal candidate should have leadership experience and is an effective communicator, has a natural drive for results & the ability to develop talent.What You’ll Do
As the Underwriting Manager for Commercial Lines, you’ll oversee and guide the implementation and successful execution of our business strategy and uphold continuous improvement through leadership focused on process, problem solving, performance, partnering, purpose and people.
In addition, you’ll:
Lead a team of underwriters
Recommend/implement changes to improve productivity, growth, profitability, and quality
Interpret underwriting guidelines for larger or more complex files
Handle difficult underwriting inquiries through direct personal action
Coordinate and participate in underwriting training programs
Attend sales team meetings and present and work with sales in pursuing new accounts
What it Takes
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
7-10 years of previous property and casualty underwriting experience
Leadership experience is preferred
Thorough knowledge of specific insurance concepts and terminology.
Exceptional communication, organization, and analytical skills
Completion in or currently taking Insurance courses such as IIA and CPCU preferred
Ability to meet travel requirements
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!
Casey Van Der Geest
Casey.VanDerGeest@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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