Commercial P&C Underwriting Assistant or Associate

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Job Summary

Provides support and assistance to senior underwriting staff. Perform administrative duties regarding new and renewal accounts, risk assessment, and loss runs and loss ratings. May assist senior underwriter with the computation of rates and premiums. This is a developing level position.  

Position Responsibilities

• Utilize understanding of exposures and risks analysis to assess loss history and current condition of finances for a case. 
• Collects, studies, and reviews documentation pertaining to risk cases, performing risk analysis to conclude whether a case is worth accepting.
• Conduct preliminary reviews of complex submissions to identify errors, omissions, and confirm eligibility.
• Collaborate closely with the underwriting team to finalize insurance applications efficiently.
• Utilize multiple databases to gather and verify supplementary data for submissions.
• Manage inbound calls, connecting customers and team members to ensure a seamless and positive experience.
• Respond to customer needs, providing guidance and assistance tailored to their insurance needs.
• Process accounts from approved quotes through to policy issuance with accuracy and efficiency. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of 1 year of underwriting or related insurance experience required
• CPCU, CIC, CRIS, Property & Casualty Brokers License, etc. a plus
• Strong customer service experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn industry-specific software
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments
• Strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, and seeking out new knowledge
• Ability to be flexible, embrace change, and quickly pivot in response to shifting priorities

Role Progression

The next role is Underwriter I.