Associate Underwriter

Position Summary

This position provides essential operational and administrative support to the local Underwriting team through a variety of functions, including new and renewal policy setup, account analysis, account coordination, data collection, and follow-up on outstanding information. The role supports efficient underwriting operations by ensuring accuracy, organization, and timely processing of account-related activities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review new business submissions and enter into the policy system; review for fit within underwriting guidelines
• Performs loss analysis and reviews other important detail and documentation on applications and accounts
• Prepares issuance instructions according to either a completed proposal or binder order
• May provide a full range of Underwriting support on smaller, less complex accounts
• Collaborates with Underwriting team on quotes, renewals, applications, changes, and Underwriting issues
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with agents, providing prompt service on questions, requests, and/or issues
• Develops information for special reports and projects, as requested by Underwriting team or management
• Initiates requests for renewal information and orders Experian or other investigative reports; initiates appropriate risk control service
• Administers changes to new and renewal policies, utilizing the company's current rating/publishing system and ISO, NCCI, and related on-line manuals
• Calculates premiums for endorsements and cancellations of policies
• Works with internal billing team to resolve any issues related to billing on accounts
• Captures account details and documentation, such as file set-up, follow up on endorsements, form completion, and proofreading
• Coordinates account details and documentation, such as file set-up, follow up on endorsements, form completion, and proofreading
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Commercial Insurance experience strongly preferred
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of commercial rating
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to read and interpret policy terms and other factual information
• Ability to multi-task effectively within assigned deadlines
• Demonstrated sense of urgency
• Prioritizes and manages multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven ability to provide prompt and effective customer service
• Must be able to work effectively in an independent and team environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary paired with a comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off, plus 12 paid holidays annually
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Additional protection through accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Company-paid life insurance equal to 2× annual salary
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings and Profit Sharing Plan through Old Republic
• Ongoing education, training, and professional development opportunities
• Support for industry certifications and insurance designations, including financial assistance
• Flexible scheduling with a two-hour window for start and end times within a 7.5-hour workday
• Opportunities to give back through corporate philanthropy and community service initiatives
• Optional benefits including travel, commuter, and pet insurance
• Employee wellness support through a dedicated fitness program