Entry Level Underwriter Trainee Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Penn National Insurance is hiring an Underwriter Trainee who is a closely supervised, entry-level employee in which the incumbent obtains an understanding of surety and fidelity underwriting through both a formal and on-the-job training.  Within limited authority, the incumbent demonstrates the ability to effectively perform the assignments of an underwriter.  Upon the successful completion of training, the Underwriter Trainee is a candidate for future positions within the Home Office.

This is a remote position, with the preferred candidate residing in Iowa, Wisconsin, or Minnesota.   

POSITION COMPETENCIES 

• Attention to Details
• Quality Orientation
• Planning and Organizing
• Positive Approach
• Applied Learning

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Initiates purposeful contact with those who have the knowledge and influence to advance work goals; focuses on contacts who share mutual interests.
• Research and resolve business issues, prepare management reports and other projects under the direction of the leader.
• As training progresses, performs basic underwriting duties on non-complex and complex accounts.
• Allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own and others' work; avoids scheduling conflicts; develops timelines and milestones.
• Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
• Looks for and communicates the positive qualities and longer-term benefits of challenging situations.
• The main function of this position is to successfully complete and apply knowledge and skills developed during formal classroom and/or on-the-job training sessions, as set forth in a defined training schedule.
• Must have a willingness to pursue and complete professional education courses as required. 
• Within Surety and Fidelity, analyzes financial statements and work-in-progress reports, reviews contracts and bond forms, and performs credit background checks.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Vice President, Surety and Fidelity.

SPECIAL RELATIONSHIPS 

• Direct contact with branch and home office underwriting, administrative and claims personnel;
  • As training progresses, direct contact with agents and insureds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Minimum of an associate's degree required.

Experience

• This is an entry level position.

Technical/Professional Knowledge

• Good math and accounting aptitude
• Good research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good inter-personal skills
• Good customer service skills
• Good PC skills, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be a self-starter, with an ability to learn
• Must be highly organized with a good attention to detail

The compensation has been carefully determined by considering a variety of important factors, including skill sets, experience, training, and certifications. With these considerations in mind, the estimated hiring range is $52,312.51 - $71,929.70. Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in our annual incentive program, depending on your eligibility under the plan.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (as required by ADA - Americans with Disabilities Act)

• This position is primarily a sedentary position that requires occasional standing and walking throughout the office environment.
• Must be able to perform computer-based tasks and access digital information necessary for job duties, including through the use of assistive technologies.
• Must be able to complete computer-based tasks and utilize office equipment as needed to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to access and enter information accurately using automated systems.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with internal and external clients using telephone, electronic, or other communication systems.
• Must be able to present information to individuals and groups.
• Must be able to interpret and apply concepts that may or may not be based upon established guidelines.
• Must be able to maintain acceptable attendance and adhere to scheduled work hours.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to travel, with overnight stays required.

Why Choose Penn National Insurance?

At Penn National Insurance, we're on a mission to help people feel secure and make life better when bad things happen. For over 106 years, we've been a trusted partner to individuals, families and businesses because we are a mutual insurance company where service and support for our policyholders are at the heart of everything we do. 

We're not just a company-we're a community united by our core mission to "Make Life Better." Here, you'll find a place where your professional growth, success and personal well-being are our top priorities. 

Your Career Journey: Empowering Your Growth

Your career should be more than just a job-it should empower you to feel secure, supported and inspired. At Penn National Insurance, we invest in your growth and celebrate your contributions with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. We're committed to supporting your journey and helping you thrive at every stage of your career. Key highlights include:

• Benefits and Compensation: Generous 401(k) match, graded profit sharing, incentive compensation, and a wide range of benefits to support your financial health, physical well-being and career development.
• Flexibility: We offer remote and hybrid work options, flexible scheduling and a "dress-for-your-day" culture.
• Recognition: We celebrate your achievements, big and small, through employee recognition programs designed to honor your contributions.

Your Employer of Choice: A Legacy of Trust and Strength

Joining Penn National Insurance means becoming part of a company with over a century of experience, built on trust, innovation and strong relationships. From our beginnings as a mutual insurance company founded by farmers to our 100th anniversary in 2019, we've stayed true to our relationship-driven model, focusing on direct service and meaningful support. 

Your Community: Making an Impact Together

Making life better isn't just our mission-it's a value that guides everything we do. Our employees are at the heart of this mission, giving back through community engagement and charitable efforts. We proudly support our community through financial support and employee volunteering opportunities including our annual United Way campaign, where employee contributions and company matches make a significant impact each year.

Your Future: Building a Rewarding Career Path

We're not just offering a job; we're providing a fulfilling and rewarding career. We support your growth with a range of resources designed to help you build your skills and achieve your goals, including:

• Continuing Education Support: Access to programs that help you enhance your knowledge, skills and educational goals along with 100% tuition reimbursement for academic studies.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Tailored designation programs to help you advance in your career such as CPCU, AINS, CPA, CISSP, and more.
• Long-Term Career Focus: With an average employee tenure of 14 years and many team members serving for over 40 years, we take pride in fostering a work environment that values long-term growth and development.

When you join us, you're not just starting a job-you're becoming part of a team that values your growth and invests in your future. Our commitment to long-term retention and employee development ensures that you will be part of a tradition and legacy of excellence that spans decades.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, creed, affectional and sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and EEOC guidance, it is the policy of Pennsylvania National Insurance to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to a HR Business Partner via telephone at 800-368-4764, or through email.