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Underwriting Associate

Shelter Insurance

Columbia, MO · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

A company built to serve you. It's your career, Shelter it!

Underwriting Associate

$19.28 minimum starting pay

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Shelter maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in geographic location, education, training, skills, relevant work experience, business needs and market demands. Please remember that this is the minimum starting base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position.

What You Will Be Doing:

Review and analyze policy submissions and updates, and agents' and policyholders' transactions. Responsible for accurate and timely handling of requested policy transactions consistent with underwriting guidelines and procedures. Communicate with agents and policyholders regarding policy changes, rates and underwriting procedures. Serve as subject matter expert to resolve problems with policy issuance, policy updates and policy rating.

What We're Looking For:

Superior customer service skills

Above average knowledge of math calculations

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in operating computer, calculator, telephone and fax machine

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation

Shelter's uncompromising commitment to excellence doesn't stop with our customers. We recognize our employees are what make us a premier organization in the insurance industry. Shelter Employees enjoy such benefits as:

Health, Dental, Voluntary Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance

Savings and Profit Sharing 401(k)

Paid Time Off for Sick and Personal Leave, Vacation and Holidays

Vitality Wellness Program

"Dress for Your Day" Dress Code

Flexible Scheduling

And much more!

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If interested, please apply by: 11/18/2026