Underwriting Assistant I

Responsibilities

• Underwrite small renewals within an assigned Letter of Authority.
• Works closely with underwriters in handling policy requests and renewals.
• Follows underwriting guidelines, state regulation, and general procedures while handling assigned renewal policies.
• Maintains ownership of tasks assigned and provides acceptable service standards when processing and assigning tasks.
• Provides agency support to assigned agents by answering general questions, providing endorsement status, cancellation status, billing inquires, etc., or directing to correct contact.
• Leads trainings, projects, and mentors other less experienced employees.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills needed to underwrite Workers’ Compensation, Property, General liability, Auto, and Umbrella lines of business.
• 0-1 years of P&C insurance work experience.
• Proven team player and energetic personality.
• Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet productivity deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented with a desire to learn.
• Ability to provide information in a clear, concise manner with an appropriate level of detail, empathy, and professionalism.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
• Effective analytical skills to gather information, analyze facts, and draw conclusions.