Underwriting Associate

Overview:

Our client is a highly rated Insurance company, and rapidly expanding our footprint throughout the US. We are looking to hire the right candidate to become an Underwriting Associate in their Commercial Underwriting Unit. This is a great opportunity to begin a career in the commercial insurance industry, or expand an already strong insurance career.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Utilize company underwriting criteria to evaluate risks for various lines of business
• Perform independent verification of insured's operations
• Review and process change requests on in-force policies
• Evaluate in-force policies at renewal
• Participate in Underwriting Training for new products, directives, and processes
• Participate in projects as assigned

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong investigative skills
• Ability to utilize the internet as a research tool
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced team environment
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Adaptability in a constantly changing environment, including changes to technology, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory conditions

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree
• Prior experience in Underwriting a plus, but not required