Assistant Underwriter, Renewable Energy

kWh Analytics • San Francisco, CA

24d • Remote

About The Position

We are looking for an Assistant Underwriter to support the Renewable Energy Core Property Insurance team through risk assessment, submission triage, clearance, agent/broker follow-up, modeling, and associated administrative support throughout the policy lifecycle. You will also be responsive to marketing, underwriting, retention, and service standards that support a quality book of business.

Requirements

• Underwriting experience : You’re familiar with the ins and outs of P&C insurance, having worked in an underwriting support role or as an underwriter for 1-3 years, writing all risk insurance coverage.
• Customer service focus : You view and approach KWH partners with a relationship mindset of being responsive and working together to solve problems.
• Critical thinker : You quickly synthesize large volumes of (often conflicting) information and develop a thesis. You can clearly articulate your proposal with supporting data.
• Self-starter : You can work independently in a remote environment and anticipate the next step in the workflow. You know when to ask for help, but also trust your analytical frameworks.
• A thinker and a doer : You can hold multiple stakeholders’ perspectives in your head, devise a solution, and then rapidly build consensus around that solution.
• Excel proficiency : You know your way around a spreadsheet and can leverage Excel to process submissions efficiently.
• Effective Communication : You clearly convey updates and competing priorities to the Underwriters.

Nice To Haves

• Natural catastrophe underwriting experience or experience with Nat Cat modeling is a plus.
• The ability to work Pacific or Mountain Time is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating applications for renewable energy property insurance
• Supporting Underwriters with pricing, approvals, declinations, and policy administration
• Managing new business, renewals, and endorsements
• Cross-functional collaboration with business development, data science, and senior management teams
• Improving processes and driving efficiency
• Communicating effectively with brokers and other industry professionals
• Recording policy risk characteristics and managing portfolios of projects
• Gathering data and preparing documents to support the business

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with an employer match of up to 3%
• Paid Time Off: 10 company holidays per year, 80 hours of Sick Time, and Accrued Vacation
• HSA / FSA
• Work from home or join a co-working space in your area
• Annual company retreat and other in-person team events throughout the year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed