Underwriting Assistant jobs in the United States

Underwriting Assistant provides support and assistance to underwriting staff. Performs administrative duties regarding new and renewal accounts, risk assessments, and loss runs and loss ratings. Being an Underwriting Assistant may assist underwriters with the computation of rates and premiums. Typically requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Underwriting Assistant typically reports to a supervisor. The Underwriting Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be an Underwriting Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Underwriting Assistant
  • Mission Underwriting Managers, LLC
  • Phoenix, AZ FULL_TIME
  • As a member of our Partner Services team, the Underwriting Assistant is responsible for assisting the underwriting team in all aspects of the underwriting process, including analyzing risks, assessing policy information, and determining appropriate coverage levels. This role is for Insurance underwriting, NOT Mortgage underwriting.

    Essential Duties/Functions:

    • Under the direction of an Underwriter or Senior Underwriting Assistant, work to support the Underwriting workflow in the day-to-day servicing and processing of new business and renewal accounts
    • Daily communication with Underwriters and/or Senior Underwriters to ensure that tasks are being completed
    • Assist in audit preparation
    • Responsible for ensuring quality processing throughout the life cycle of a policy while building working relationships with internal and external teams
    • Maintains underwriting files by ensuring all relevant documents are included and appropriately filed/documented within System.
    • Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of Mission’s underwriting guidelines, coverage forms, enhancements, rating plans and workflow
    • Follows up with Brokers and appropriate departments for outstanding subjectivities, loss run requests, inspections and other documentation as needed.
    • Assist in the review of new and renewal submissions to determine if they meet underwriting criteria, and for completeness of documentation
    • Request and review incoming Broker of Record letters, as appropriate
    • Process non-renewals and cancellation letters and endorsements
    • Review, finalize and issue policies
    • Underwrite risks and assist the Underwriting team in accordance with the business plan and within delegated underwriting authority

    Required Qualifications:

    • Availability to work Pacific (West Coast) business hours
    • Bachelor's degree; OR 3 years of experience in insurance
    • Minimum of 1 year of experience in supporting Construction insurance underwriting; OR experience with Carrier, Producing or MGA insurance
    • Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    • Ability to learn new systems efficiently and effectively
    • Ability to Multitask and prioritize work
    • Strong attention to detail and understand the importance of Missions business needs
    • Strong organization and time management skills
    • Ability to travel up to 10% of the year

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience in the commercial insurance industry and regulatory environment
    • Knowledge of Project management software – like Monday.com
    • Familiarity with Policy Administration software - Origami

    You'd be an ideal fit if:

    • You have been an Underwriting Assistant for at least 3 years in Construction
    • You have experience reviewing commercial insurance applications, policy review and processing submissions
    • You have expertise in communicating with Brokers/Agents
    • You live on the West Coast of the United States

    Why work with us:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision
    • 401K, 401K Match
    • Life and Disability Benefits
    • Unaccrued Paid Time Off
    • 11 Paid Holidays
    • Work from anywhere - US
    • Employee Discounts
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Educational Assistance Program
    • Employee Referral Program
    • Paid Parental Leave

    Additional Information

    • The salary range for this position is 65 to 70K
    • This is a remote position. Planned, in-office activities may be required on occasion (typically 2-4x per year)
    • You must live in the United States and be authorized to work in the United States without requirement of employment sponsorship/visa

    The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

    Mission Underwriters is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Underwriter Assistant
  • Statewide Underwriting Services
  • Montgomery, NY FULL_TIME
  • Our Underwriter Assistants (UWAs) work closely with Underwriters and Technical Assistants, but also work in conjunction with all others in the organization. The Underwriter Assistant is required to pu...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Underwriter Assistant - RSGUM
  • Ryan Specialty Underwriting Managers
  • Rock Hill, NY FULL_TIME
  • RSUM, a division of Ryan Specialty is looking for an Underwriting Assistant to join our Rock Hill, NY team. We are a fast paced, energetic and rapidly growing organization that offers a great opportun...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Insurance Agency – Customer Service Representative / Assistant Bookkeeper
  • Professional Underwriting Group, Inc.
  • Delray Beach, FL FULL_TIME
  • Insurance Agency – Customer Service Representative / Assistant Bookkeeper Professional Underwriting Group, Inc. – Delray Beach, FL Immediate Opening Well established Insurance Agency of over 20 years ...
  • 30 Days Ago

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Underwriting Insurance Inspections - Salt Lake City, UT
  • Underwriting Solutions
  • Salt Lake, UT FULL_TIME
  • Company Description We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society be...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Underwriting Assistant
  • NSM Insurance Group
  • Harahan, LA FULL_TIME
  • KBK Insurance Group is the premier insurance provider for the commercial towing and garage industry and has been the partner of choice for agents for more than 30 years. The company is a one-stop-shop...
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Senior Data Analyst/Underwriter - Employee Health and Benefits
  • Marsh McLennan Agency
  • Dublin, OH
  • About Marsh McLennan Agency Midwest Marsh McLennan Agencys Midwest Region is a full-service brokerage providing business...
  • 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Managing Director, Sales & Solutions - Defense Sector
  • CBRE
  • Columbus, OH
  • Managing Director, Sales & Solutions - Defense Sector Job ID 125713 Posted 11-Aug-2023 Service line GWS Segment Role typ...
  • 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Underwriter
  • The Jacobson Group
  • Dublin, OH
  • Job Description: A property and casualty company is looking for a Commercial Lines Underwriting Assistant to coordinate ...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Junior Underwriter
  • M/I Homes, Inc.
  • Columbus, OH
  • M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for more than 40 years. Founded in 1976...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Commercial Underwriting Assistant
  • KING'S INSURANCE STAFFING LLC
  • Columbus, OH
  • Our client, an A-rated Insurance Carrier, is expanding their Commercial Lines business and seeking to add multiple Comme...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, BI UW Standards & Practices
  • Travelers Insurance Company
  • Columbus, OH
  • **Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring ...
  • 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Loan Officer
  • Lee Wealth Group Mortgage
  • Columbus, OH
  • Description We are seeking an experienced mortgage loan officer with strong marketing, communication, and analysis skill...
  • 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Credit Analyst 5
  • U.S. Bank
  • Columbus, OH
  • At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarte...
  • 5/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Underwriting Assistant jobs
$47,974 to $60,884