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Underwriter I

United States, Urbandale · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Skip To Main Content Robert Half is working with a reputable company in the Urbandale, Iowa area to fill an Underwriter I position. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity offering an excellent chance to build underwriting experience while supporting core underwriting and account management operations. No insurance license is required for this role. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, motivated, and capable of independent learning while maintaining a strong commitment to accuracy and customer service. Responsibilities: Review and process new and renewal applications to support underwriting operations. Evaluate risks and pricing by applying established underwriting guidelines and rating rules. Prepare and issue quote documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Provide recommendations to carriers based on logical and precise analysis of accounts. Deliver ongoing account management support across multiple programs or products. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and transparency requirements. Manage workload efficiently by meeting service level agreements (SLAs) and production goals. Assist with various projects as assigned to support overall team objectives. Please apply through our Robert Half website or call 515.706.4974. Requirements: Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work consistently. Ability to learn independently and apply training to real-time underwriting situations. Foundational understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts is preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Please apply through our Robert Half website or call 515.706.4974. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice. Create a Job Alert Email me about new Underwriter I jobs in Des Moines, IA Related Jobs Search more jobs Browse Jobs Contract Talent Permanent Talent Consulting Solutions Finance & Accounting Technology Marketing & Creative Legal Administrative & Customer Support Discover Insights Invoice Job Directory Salary Guide Time Reports Create a job alert Contact Us About Robert Half Leadership Careers With Us Locations Investor Center Press Our Brands Supplier Relations Fraud Alert Government Notice Privacy Notice Terms of Use Robert Half Inc. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veterans.   Do not sell or share my personal information This website uses cookies, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, personalize content and ads, and to analyze performance and traffic on our website. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising and analytics partners. If we have detected an opt-out preference signal, then it will be honored. You may opt-out of use of certain cookies through the "do not sell or share my personal information" link. Your use of the website is subject to our Terms of Use. More information about cookies and how we share information can be found in our Privacy Notice. Do not sell or share my personal information Reject All Accept All Meta title of the page: "Underwriter I Job in Des Moines, IA | Robert Half".

Job Responsibility

  • Review and process new and renewal applications to support underwriting operations
  • Evaluate risks and pricing by applying established underwriting guidelines and rating rules
  • Prepare and issue quote documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Provide recommendations to carriers based on logical and precise analysis of accounts
  • Deliver ongoing account management support across multiple programs or products
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, internal policies, and transparency requirements
  • Manage workload efficiently by meeting service level agreements (SLAs) and production goals
  • Assist with various projects as assigned to support overall team objectives.

Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work consistently
  • Ability to learn independently and apply training to real-time underwriting situations
  • Foundational understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts is preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and customer service skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice to have

Foundational understanding of property and casualty insurance concepts is preferred

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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