Associate Underwriter - Overland Park, KS (Kansas City Metro)
1 day ago
Overland Park
Job Description Location: Overland Park, KS (Kansas City Metro) Employment Type: Full-time, In-Office Department: Underwriting & Claims Salary: $70,000–$85,000/year + equity Steadily is hiring an Associate Underwriter to join our underwriting team in the Kansas City metro area. This is a great opportunity for an insurance professional with at least one year of experience who wants to deepen their underwriting expertise in a fast-growing insurtech company. You’ll help us write profitable business, support our agents and customers, and ensure we deliver world-class service to landlords nationwide. You’ll be surrounded by high-performing teammates and gain hands-on experience in modern underwriting practices at one of the most innovative companies in landlord insurance. This is a full-time, in-office position based in Overland Park, KS. As an Associate Underwriter, you will: * Learn and apply the underwriting appetite and guidelines of our programs — we aim to say yes whenever possible while mitigating risk * Work closely with underwriters on endorsements, inspections, renewals, applications, and quotes * Provide timely support to internal and external agents, often addressing time-sensitive requests that help define our brand * Process work across internal systems including Salesforce; quickly become a subject matter expert on our platforms * Troubleshoot complex customer service and underwriting issues such as billing, inspections, nuanced customer situations, and risk profiles * Maintain high standards of accuracy in documenting underwriting files in our policy administration system What We’re Looking For Required: * At least 1 year of experience in an insurance environment, ideally in property & casualty * Basic understanding of insurance coverage, products, and carrier rating engines; experience with dwelling fire or homeowners underwriting a plus * Superior verbal and written communication skills; able to remain calm, clear, and professional under pressure * Strong computer skills; quick to learn new software and adept with online tools * Thrives under pressure, manages a large workload independently, and never says “that’s not my job” * You’re hungry to accelerate your career growth at an early-stage tech company; you’re motivated to hustle and make an impact Compensation & Benefits * Salary: $70,000–$85,000 per year * Equity: Stock options in a fast-growing company * Time Off: 3 weeks PTO + 6 federal holidays * Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA, FSA, 401k * Perks: Free snacks, team lunches, collaborative culture Location & Schedule * Office located in Overland Park, KS (Kansas City Metro) * In-office schedule required; standard Monday–Friday business hours Steadily is building a workplace environment of team members who are passionate about working together in person. Our Kansas City office is central to our growth trajectory. Why Join Steadily * Good company. Our founders have three successful startups under their belt and have recruited a stellar team to match. * Top compensation. We pay at the top of the Kansas City market (see comp). * Growth opportunity: We’re an early-stage, fast-growing company where you’ll wear a lot of hats and shape product decisions. * Strong backing. We’re growing fast, we manage over $20 billion in risk, and we’re exceptionally well-funded. * Culture: Steadily boasts a very unique culture that our teammates love. We call it like we see it and we’re nothing if not candid. Plus, we love to have a good time. Check out our culture deck to learn what we’re all about. * Awards: We’ve been recognized both locally and nationally as a top place to work. We were named a Top 2025 Startup in Newsweek, winner of Austin Business Journal’s Best Places to Work in 2025, recognized in Investopedia’s Best Landlord Insurance Companies, ranked No. 6 on Inc’s list of Fastest Growing Regional Companies, 44th on Forbes’ 2025 Best Startup Employers list, and 63rd on the prestigious Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies list. We’re excited to meet you!