Agency Underwriting Assistant

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance•Santa Clarita, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Agency Underwriting Assistant assists underwriters by entering submissions and information into rating software, prepares accounts, reviews, and processes endorsements and/or handles renewal underwriting activity. This position will be with Pacific Gateway Insurance Agency in Valencia, CA and is eligible for Hybrid work. This position is NOT Eligible for employer work authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with two years of college or equivalent work experience
One or more years of relevant work experience
Basic math and rating knowledge
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and related PC software)
Strong understanding of insurance terminology and policy coverages
Ability to apply company guidelines related to risk acceptability and profitability
Knowledge of company and departmental practices and procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail with accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

P&C Insurance License and insurance coursework (CPCU, IIA, AU) preferred

Responsibilities

Identify, review, and classify risks; enter risks into rating software as applicable
Order, review, and evaluate inspection reports, MVRs, loss runs, audits, and other underwriting data
Process endorsements, calculate additional and return premiums, and issue binders, new business, and renewal policies
Enter and verify submissions in AMS; request, review, and validate updated exposure information from agents
Communicate with Underwriters and Agents to provide quotes, obtain supplemental information, and ensure required documentation is received

Benefits

Up to 17 days of PTO
Up to 20 days of paid parental time
Seven paid holidays
Two floating holidays
Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting with others, social gatherings, and professional development
Retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment with 100% employer match up to 5%
Medical, Dental and Vision for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents
Dedicated Learning & Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally
100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program
Subsidized downtown parking
Competitive time off policies including parental leave
Employee Assistance program
Complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center
Robust wellness program
401(k) with company match
Health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance