Associate, Junior Underwriter

New York Life • New York, NY

1d • $55,000 - $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

A Junior Underwriter is responsible for:
• Rating and quoting new and existing small to medium size Business Travel Accident and Special Risk polices.
• Developing and nurturing existing internal and external relationships.
The ideal candidate will have communication skills, strong customer focus, and the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously.

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Need to be competent in Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Underwriting experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Accident and Health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting: Rating and quoting new and existing Business Travel Accident and Special Risk policies.
• Client Meetings: Working with internal salespeople and account managers, meeting with key clients, brokers and MGUs to review their needs, providing updates on progress, and discussing new opportunities.
• Mid-Term Policy Changes: Handle all mid-term endorsements for their accounts (including, but not limited to, name changes, BORs, adding or deleting classes, and war risk trips).
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure client needs are met.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve any client issues or concerns promptly and effectively.

Benefits

• We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level