Senior Underwriting Assistant

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Underwriting Assistant to join our Team! Under moderate supervision, this position supports the underwriting team in providing efficient and accurate handling of the technical aspects of the underwriting process. Provides administrative support to multiple underwriters and completing administrative tasks to expedite the underwriting process. This can include policy processing and issuance for new business and/or renewal preparation, quoting and issuance; endorsement processing; cancellations; and/or other policy processing associated tasks. May potentially hold a limited Letter of Underwriting Authority. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

This position is a hybrid work schedule 3 days in office 2 days remote in our Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX office.

Responsibilities

1. Provides instruction to processing department for new and renewal accounts2. Provides instruction to processing department for endorsement requests.3. Processes endorsements that are tasked to be handled within the Underwriting Department.4. Fulfills brokers requests for, loss runs, copies of policies, copies of invoicing, etc.5. Provides agency support of general questions regarding renewal status, endorsement status, cancellation status, billing inquires, commission questions, etc.).6. Requoting within current systems as needed with requotes limited to adjustment of credits, debits, or deductibles or any requotes that can be completed within set time frame.7. Communicates effectively with internal and external contacts8. Completes renewal proposals as requested.9. Manually rates coverages and/or policies that are not fully automated.10. Handles full renewal process as allowed by Letter of Authority.11. Completes file documentation according to best practices guidelines.12. Responds to agent service questions and handles problems and service issues to a satisfactory resolution.13. Follow up on outstanding issues (i.e. loss control recommendations, etc)14. Supports the Underwriters in their activities as needed.15. Keeps current with market trends and demands.16. Performs other functionally related duties as assigned .

Qualifications

• Have the knowledge and skills needed to underwrite Workers’ Compensation, Property, General liability, Auto, and Umbrella lines of business.
• 2-3 Years 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.

The expected salary range for this role is $25-33.00/hr

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.