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Associate Product Development Manager

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We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials.  At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.

Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture!  To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Workplace: Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid ), Remote ( #LI-Remote ) - depending on candidate location.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

About the role...

Conducts research activities regarding improved policy contracts or products of insurance and insurance related legislation, regulation and social or economic impacts on the insurance industry.
Supports personal lines underwriting policies and procedures.
Responsible for core underwriting functions and serves as an expert in system rules, legal & compliance issues, underwriting authority, underwriting appetite guidelines and underwriting process flow.

What you'll accomplish...

Develops and manages business processes, creating improvements in underwriting efficiency, quality and/or productivity, cost reductions, competitive bench marking, organization analysis and customer service improvements.
Participates in development of national and state product and underwriting initiatives.
Initiates, monitors and recommends programs to reduce underwriting leakage.
Monitors, controls and evaluates the efficiency of the underwriting rules, identifying new rules to support profitable growth and ensure proper rating of new and existing business.
Ensures compliance within the underwriting process. Initiates, evaluates, recommends and implements outside investigation tools to validate information while increasing the return on the tools used.
Manages several functions including underwriting quality, post validation, referrals and underwriting authority levels.
Participates in the development of all written personal lines insurance policy guidelines; coordinates with Product, Actuarial, Claims, Corporate Legal, Corporate Communications, State Management and Regulatory Affairs to create and/or revise personal lines insurance contracts and guidelines.
Collaborates closely with other stakeholders such as Loss Control, Service, Distribution, Product, Claims, IT and/or Underwriting centers.
Routinely conducts competitive analysis on underwriting guidelines identifying areas of opportunity for new products and underwriting best practices.
Responsible for providing requirements to IT for system changes.
Stays current on industry knowledge and makes relevant recommendations that may impact lines of business.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs other job duties as assigned.

Physical actions...

This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions.
Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift.
Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance.
Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
Visually verifies and reads information.
Visually locates material, resources and other objects.
Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift.
Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Education needed...

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience needed...

3-5 years experience in a similar role required, preferably Underwriting or Product Management or Claims.

Experience in Personal Lines insurance.

Note:

Candidate qualifications may be reviewed against the requirements for the associated levels of this position's core function. Salary grade will be based on selected candidates' experience and skills.

Special skills needed...

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to secure 'buy-in' and convince others regarding best approach.
Goal oriented team player with a positive attitude.
Excellent time management skills.
Strong relationship building.

Benefits

Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
o CA Only: $95,040 - $151,140
o CO Only: $89,280 - $130,680
o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $89,280 - $140,030
o MA Only: $89,280 - $140,030
o MD Only: $89,280 - $140,030
o DC/NJ/NY/OH Only: $89,280 - $151,140
o Albany County, NY/Cleveland, OH: $95,040 - $130,680
o WA Only: $89,280 - $159,125
Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

Job Location(s): R_US - United States

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

Spokane, WA only: Residents who prefer not to provide their address click here to submit your resume via email: careers@farmers.com

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