Associate Underwriter

H.W. Kaufman Group • Farmington Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Associate Underwriter assists a team of underwriters with Excess & Surplus Lines (E&S) Casualty business on a brokerage basis through a nationwide network of wholesale brokers. The role supports new and renewal business, helps maintain accurate underwriting documents, and provides high-quality service to wholesale broker customers. The Associate Underwriter learns the underwriting process and appetite, helps prepare renewals, and works with underwriters to develop broker relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in sales and marketing.
• High energy and a desire to learn more through continued education.
• Ability to effectively multitask and, after the training period, work independently.

Nice To Haves

• Underwriting support experience in an Excess and Surplus lines environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support underwriters with new and renewal business, including rating, form selection, binding, policy issuance, and invoicing.
• Quality-control quotes, policies, endorsements, cancellations, and invoices.
• Manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent service standards.
• Deliver high-quality service to wholesale broker customers.
• Learn the underwriting process and appetite and help underwriters prepare renewals.
• Work closely with wholesale brokers alongside underwriters to develop relationships.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation.
• Employer-paid continuing education courses and designations through access to Kaufman Institute.
• Health and welfare benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Access to Kaufman Wellness Program.
• Flexible and hybrid work options.

What This Job Offers

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