This is an entry-level position, based in our Piqua office, and is eligible for telecommuting, up to two days per week.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Make independent underwriting decisions up to the authority level of the position, doing so with an understanding of our overall risk appetite and agency performance
- Provide superior service to our agents with a focus on building strong relationships
- Review new insurance applications, renewals or changes for eligibility and risk acceptance
- Excellent communication, organization, time-management and customer service skills
- Initiative and decision-making skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- A desire for professional development
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment to the company's mission
- Bachelor degree
- Prior property casualty experience preferred
The objective of Buckeye Insurance Group is to employ staff whose efficiency, loyalty, and teamwork will help us accomplish the mission of our company. Buckeye provides a work environment that focuses on career growth by offering challenging assignments and encouraging decision making. Our policy is to promote from within whenever possible. The continuing development of our employees is important to Buckeye.
Buckeye offers health, dental, vision and life insurance, along with fully funded short and long-term disability insurance. A 401(k) plan (with company match), incentive bonus, and Health Savings Account funding are also available. Paid time off, "dress for your day" dress code, summer hours, and a hybrid work environment are enjoyed by employees. Buckeye has an education assistance program and is dedicated to helping all employees continue to grow personally and professionally.
Unless otherwise noted, all positions listed are located at our home office in Piqua, Ohio. Piqua is a community of 20,000, located in West Central Ohio. Piqua offers a friendly, small-town atmosphere yet is an easy drive to Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati.