Underwriting Assistant

The Middle Market Underwriting Account Representative (UAR) is responsible for supporting the underwriting process for New and Renewal Customers for multiple lines of insurance coverages, including property, casualty, workers compensation, excess lines and automobile coverages. This position is also accountable for collaborating with team members to achieve growth, profit, renewal retention, service and producer/client management goals for an assigned book of business in the middle market segment of Commercial Insurance. The UAR will gather and analyze account information, interpret, and translate data into rating and issuance instructions as well as utilize federal and state compliance and regulatory rules to comply with corporate pricing strategies. In partnership with the Underwriter, the UAR will be assisting with binding/issuance of New and Renewal business and appropriate documentation of the file.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must possess the following skills: • PC Skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Internet navigation • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with internal and external partners in a multi-cultural environment. • Proven analytical skills and mathematical aptitude (arithmetic, algebra and basic accounting principles) • Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills which lead to confident decision making • Ability to learn quickly, prioritize work, and perform within time constraints. • Strong time and desk management skills and detail orientation will aid the candidate in meeting or exceed the established business goals. • Basic knowledge of underwriting principles and policy forms is a plus • Ability to work independently within a team/group environment with ability to collaborate with others. • Ability to adapt to fast paced environment Education and Experience: • High School Diploma or Equivalent • Associates Degree or equivalent, 4-Year degree preferred • Minimum of 1-2 years relevant insurance experience will be considered. Apply Job!