Commercial Lines Underwriting Assistant - NE

Columbia Insurance Agency • La Vista, NE

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About The Position

Join our team as a Commercial Lines Underwriting Assistant. In this position you will be assisting underwriters in the rating, evaluation and processing of new business applications, quotes, endorsements, and renewals. At Columbia Insurance, we believe our people are the heart of our success and our greatest strength. With robust benefits, a fun, family-like atmosphere, and a culture that thrives on real connections, Columbia truly is the place to be. Our vision is to lead the industry in people-first partnerships. The best way to achieve that is by bringing together a team of skilled, passionate, and talented individuals.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and customer service skills both written and verbal
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• Previous commercial insurance experience and knowledge of commercial lines rating and underwriting concepts
• Previous agency relations experience and supplemental insurance education
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Review applications, renewals, and change requests; gather necessary information and make decisions regarding risk acceptability within prescribed limits of authority
• Communicate with agents regarding risk acceptance, declination or modifications within prescribed limits of authority
• Learn, through education and training, technical information regarding underwriting, coverages, rates and risk selection
• Compute rates on applications, endorsements and quotes as necessary
• Review and/or process premium audit statements to include updating the current term policy
• Actively participate in the system testing assigned to the Branch Office
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) and company match
• Generous paid time off (PTO), paid company holidays, paid maternity/paternity leave, and supplemental sick leave
• Family-like culture
• Year-round wellness initiatives
• Company sponsored events
• Opportunities for professional development with conferences, events, and continued education

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree